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Arguably many "Oscar movies" are not that great. There are often good films nominated but I am always surprised to look back post-1980s or 90s and see how many
by trts 4y ago
Arguably many "Oscar movies" are not that great. There are often good films nominated but I am always surprised to look back post-1980s or 90s and see how many fairly mediocre films, many of which have since receded from critical awareness, have won "Best Picture"
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Academy_Award_for_Best_Picture https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Academy_Award_for_Best_Picture
- danem 4y agoWhich films are you referring to? I wouldn't say that an Oscar nomination is definitive proof of quality, but it certainly is a strong signal of quality, which can't be said about similar award shows (Grammys).