Cracking the Oscar code

When it comes to Oscar nominations, now is the time for movie moguls to get to work and capture the eyes of the voters. So what is it exactly that makes a movie special? What makes one ilm stand out from the rest? This week we are taking a close look at three themes that will be dominant during the upcoming award season.

First of all, diversity is a major factor when it comes to get in those important votes. In today’s era of remakes and superheroes, audiences want to see something different.

With its unconventional plot and twisted interracial romance theme, the thriller Get Out impressed viewers as well as critics. The movie starring Daniel Kaluuya and Allison Williams and is written and directed by Jordan Peele. This one is a serious Oscar contender for ticking all the right boxes.

Another one that promises an escape from the usual storylines is I, Tonya. Early viewers loved this real life sports drama about igure skater Tonya

Harding. Margot Robbie plays Harding, who attacks her Olympic rival played by Caitlin Carver. The movie premiered at the Toronto International Festival back in September and is due to be released this month.

In other news, who is excited for the National Day holiday? Patriotism is at fever pitch and the feeling is infectious, one just needs to take a walk outside to feel it. It goes way beyond decorations and lights; the sense of unity is felt by everyone around the country and that’s what makes the UAE special.