And The Oscar Goes To….

The 82nd Annual Academy Awards is one of, if the not the most, prestigious awards ceremony celebrated by the stars of the big screen. Each year we see blockbuster hits vying against lower-budget gems, and each year we anticipate and predict the outcomes.  2010 was no different.    

Former husband and wife duo, James Cameron (Avatar) and  Kathryn Bigelow (The Hurt Locker) experienced a bit of a competition, both being nominated for Best Director, and both producing entirely original pieces. Taking the prize and also being the first woman to ever do so, Bigelow stood among the best of the best and proved yet again that high grossing blockbusters aren’t guaranteed a top film nod from the Academy. 

Toronto News 24 rang in the night in style.  Attending an Oscar themed celebration, put on by notable Canadian tv personality Erica Ehm and the ‘Cocktail Deeva’ Dee Brun. The night was celebrated with delicious dishes, endless fruitful cocktails, and of course the ubiquitous walk down the red carpet.  For more on the Erica Ehm’s Oscar Party and her role in YummyMummyclub.ca, check out the video below.  

Other Winners….

Best Picture: The Hurt Locker (Kathryn Bigelow)

Actor in a Leading Role: Jeff Bridges (Crazy Heart)

Actress in a Leading Role: Sandra Bullock (The Blind Side)

Actress in a Supporting Role: Mo’Nique (Precious)

Directing: The Hurt Locker (Kathryn Bigelow)

Animated Feature Film: UP (Pete Docter)

Art Direction: Avatar (James Cameron)

Cinematography: Avatar(James Cameron) 

Makeup: Star Trek (Barney Burman, Mindy Hall, Joel Harlow)

Costume Design: The Young Victoria (Sandy Powell)

Film Editing: The Hurt Locker (Bob Murawski and Chris Innis)

Documentary Feature: The Cove (Louie Psihoyos and Fisher Stevens) 

-Kathryn Kyte, Toronto News 24-