The Florida Project: Award Show Darling or Award Show Dropout?
The Florida Project, a movie that takes a poignant look at childhood on the fringes of luxury, won critical acclaim but left some award shows scratching their heads. So, how many awards did it snag? Buckle up, cinephiles, because this is about to get dramatic (almost as dramatic as Willem Dafoe, but we'll get to that later).
A Feast of Nominations, a Famine of Wins (Mostly)
The Florida Project racked up a whopping 17 nominations at major award shows in 2018. That's like being invited to 17 different parties – you're bound to have a good time at some of them, right? Well, kind of. The film took home a respectable 7 awards, which isn't bad by any means. But it did leave some wondering if the awards committees got lost on their way to the ceremony (or maybe they just got a little too distracted by Dafoe's mesmerizing performance).
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Standing Ovation for Willem Dafoe (and a Trophy, Too!)
Let's be honest, who wasn't obsessed with Dafoe's portrayal of Bobby, the gruff but ultimately kind motel manager? The man practically stole every scene he was in. Thankfully, the critics (and some award shows) agreed. Dafoe was nominated for Best Supporting Actor at the Oscars, Golden Globes, and a whole bunch of other places. He even managed to snag the award at the Critics' Choice Awards. So, kudos to Dafoe for reminding everyone that even the toughest exteriors can hold a gooey center (like a Florida waffle, anyone?).
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Award Show Snubs: A Conspiracy Theory?
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Now, some folks (myself included, maybe) were scratching their heads over some of the snubs. The Florida Project itself wasn't nominated for any major awards like Best Picture. Was it a conspiracy by the big-budget Hollywood honchos? Did someone forget to send out the invitations? The world may never know.
In Conclusion: A Movie Worth Recognizing, Awards or Not
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Whether it won a boatload of awards or not, The Florida Project is a fantastic film that deserves all the recognition it can get. So, next time you're looking for a movie that will make you laugh, cry, and question the fairness of the award show circuit, this is the one for you.
FAQs:
- How to appreciate The Florida Project even more? Watch Willem Dafoe's scenes on repeat. You're welcome.
- How to channel your inner Bobby? Invest in a good pair of khaki shorts and practice your stern eyebrow raise.
- How to deal with award show snubs? Distract yourself by making popcorn and enjoying the movie anyway.
- How to make your own award for The Florida Project? Get creative! Use Legos, glitter, and maybe a plastic crown (because this movie is royalty, obviously).
- How to convince your friends to watch The Florida Project? Tell them it's a hilarious coming-of- age story with a side of social commentary (and Willem Dafoe).
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