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Who Decides the Difference Between an Oscar and a Razzie?
In a society more interconnected than ever, the interpretation and appreciation of art has become increasingly individualistic. -
Why Is a Movie About Don Shirley Not About Don Shirley?
Green Book winning an Oscar was a surprise for everyone. It's questionable how exactly Don Shirley was portrayed throughout the making of the movie. -
Five Gavel Editors, 296 Text Messages, and Way Too Many Oscar Predictions
Five of The Gavel's biggest movie buffs pitch in their predictions for the 2019 Oscars, which will take place on Sunday night. -
Allowing Art to Speak for Itself
The 89th Academy Awards came and went, but not without a fair share of drama. La La Land took over the show with a little help from Warren Beatty, Jimmy Kimmel’s ... -
Director Asghar Farhadi Protests Travel Ban with Oscar Absence
Farhadi's call for empathy reminded viewers of the Oscars of our shared humanity. -
Casey Affleck and the Questionable Ethics of the Academy Awards
By awarding Casey Affleck with the Oscar for Best Actor, the Academy prioritized talent over justice. -
DiCaprio Versus "Best Actor" Nomination: Battle Round 5
"The Revenant" has the potential to finally earn Leonardo DiCaprio the coveted Academy Award. Is 2016 the year Leo brings a little golden statue home?
