While I want to think Martin Scorsese will be the top opener this weekend, you cannot stop a heavily hyped film like The Muppets which has significantly more name recognition going for it.
Consensus
Below is a list of what we have come to a general consensus on. The number in parens represents the percentage of our contributors who agree with the statement.
Arthur Christmas: One of three family films sure to draw an audience this weekend.
Hugo: It’s a Martin Scorsese film, so what self-respecting cineaste wouldn’t give it a try.
The Muppets: Whether nostalgia props this one up or not, it’s sure to do well with audiences.
The Artist: The first major silent film contender in eight decades. Who wouldn’t want to see that?
A Dangerous Method: For film lovers, this seems to be a film most want to see. For everyone else, they aren’t even paying attention to it.
My Week with Marilyn: Marilyn Monroe’s fans are also generally film lovers, so this one should do decently well.
Rampart: While buzz is building around Woody Harrelson, the film seems to be coming from nowhere.
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ThoughtsAardman Animation like Pixar is a studio whose films are always interesting. They’ve had one misstep in the past (Chicken Run), but mostly they’ve had nothing but success. |
ThoughtsWith five slots to fill, this could be a nominee for Best Animated Feature but seasonsal films don’t usually make the Oscar cut. |
ThoughtsThis cute looking animated film will need some major buzz to get into the crowded Best Animated Film category. |
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ThoughtsIf it weren’t for the name Martin Scorsese, I probably wouldn’t give this film a second look. I might even check it out in 3D. |
ThoughtsEarly reviews were on the iffy side, but more recent ones have been ecstatic. |
ThoughtsMartin Scorsese must always be considered an Oscar contender…even in 3D. |
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ThoughtsAlthough it has the potential to be downright stupid, I have friends who are huge Muppets fans, so we’ll be there regardless of how bad it is or will be. (Solo Contender: Original Song) |
ThoughtsI didn’t pay attention to the Muppets when they were in vogue. I don’t see any reason to bother now. |
ThoughtsThe Muppets never did great at the Oscars, but they could pull off a music nomination here. |
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ThoughtsIt’s one of the must-see Oscar contenders this year. So, of course I’ll check it out as soon as I am able. |
ThoughtsThis black-and-white, mostly silent film could be a fluke, but it appears to be an infectious one. |
ThoughtsThis could be the first silent Best Picture nominee in over 80 years. |
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ThoughtsThe trailer doesn’t make it look that good, though if it builds Oscar buzz again (which it once had but has since lost), I might consider watching it. |
ThoughtsIntriguing premise, but nothing I’m in a rush to see. |
ThoughtsDavid Croenenberg is always pushed for Oscars, but his film don’t have the greatest track record. |
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ThoughtsMichelle Williams’ performance is said to be amazing, which makes me want to see it. The film’s otherwise lukewarm reception does not. |
ThoughtsThis nostalgic take on the behind the scenes shenanigans during the making of the minor 1957 film, The Prince and the Showgirl, looks like fun. |
ThoughtsMarilyn Monroe never got an Oscar nod, but this film should pick up several. |
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ThoughtsIt’s got such a fine cast, and I loved the director’s last film; however, I can’t seem to muster up interest in the subject matter. (Solo Contender: Actor) |
ThoughtsIntense looking thriller could be interesting. |
ThoughtsWoody Harrelson is getting really good buzz for this. (Solo Contender: Actor) |
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