I have not watched an Academy Award broadcast since Letterman was the host.  At the time I
was a big Letterman fan.  (It eventually occurred to me that Letterman is a nasty piece of work.)  Having said that I have enjoyed not watch the three hour commercial for the movie industry for around 15 years. I do take notice of the nominees and eventually the list of winner.

It’s no surprise the Lincoln is up for best picture, director and actor/actress.  What is GREAT to see is that Tommy Lee Jones is up for Best Supporting Actor.  He nearly steals the movie.  Even if you are not a history buff nor interested in politics Lincoln is a great film.