Nerve Endings Firing Away

While it may be true that only whiny snobs are still complaining about Avatar’s extravisual shortcomings, it’s worth noting that the Academy’s current membership is comprised primarily of whiny snobs.

[Source: New York Magazine] Now that Avatar has grossed more than a billion dollars and has received reasonable acclaim for breaking new ground in cinema whatever that means, Oscar buzz has started. But the self-proclaimed ‘King of the World’ couldn’t care less and NY Magazine tells us why it doesn’t stand a chance. I say, if Titanic could win, why not Avatar. I enjoyed the movie but didn’t think it was extraordinary. The 3D was used judiciously and for a change, I did not tear up (due to 3D effects not melodrama). So according to me, that’s a win. But then I don’t vote for the Academy Awards.