February 2014 - Emma - The Bravest Individual

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The OSCARS 2014 - My predictions

I am always a huge fan of the awards seasons, and the Oscars is by far one of my favourites. It's the big one that everyone has been waiting for, and this year I'm so excited to watch Ellen DeGeneres host. Here are my predictions, for some I am doing two answers though, what I think will win and what I want to win. Of course, the academy demographic is usually male, white and over a certain age, however there is always a couple of shocks, take Argo last year for example. Anyway:

Best Picture

“12 Years a Slave”
“American Hustle”
“Captain Phillips”
“Dallas Buyers Club”
“Gravity”
“Her”
“Nebraska”
“Philomena”
“The Wolf of Wall Street”

What I think will win: 12 years a slave What I want to win: Dallas Buyers Club This one is a little obvious I think, it's won best picture at everything else and it is well deserving. I am rather proud of myself this year, I haven't seen 3 of the films nominated yet and I'm seeing Her next week. However, I'd prefer Dallas Buyers Club to win as it stuck with me more than 12 years.

Best Director

David O. Russell, “American Hustle”
Alfonso Cuaron, “Gravity”
Alexander Payne, “Nebraska”
Steve McQueen, “12 Years a Slave”
Martin Scorsese, “The Wolf of Wall Street”

Who I think will win: Alfonso Cuaron - Gravity Who I want to win: Steve McQueen - 12 years a slave

I think visually Gravity is flawless and a lot of people thinks a director just directs the actors, but the work involved behind the scenes is what turned Gravity into such an amazing film. However, I think Steve McQueen better directed his actors than Cuaron did with Sandra Bullock.

Best Actor

Christian Bale, “American Hustle”
Bruce Dern, “Nebraska”
Leonardo DiCaprio, “The Wolf of Wall Street”
Chiwetel Ejiofor, “12 Years a Slave”
Matthew McConaughey, “Dallas Buyers Club”

Who I think will win: Matthew McConaughey - Dallas Buyers Club

I both think and want Matthew to win this award. I think he deserves it as what he went through physically was amazing and he poured his heart out in this role. As much as it breaks me to think that Leo won't be winning this award, Matthew was much better played. But, my theory is Leo will soon win lifetime achievement.

Best Supporting Actress

Lupita Nyong’o, “12 Years a Slave”
Jennifer Lawrence, “American Hustle”
June Squibb, “Nebraska”
Julia Roberts, “August: Osage County”
Sally Hawkins, “Blue Jasmine”

Who I think will win: Jennifer Lawrence - American Hustle

I think this award is very tricky this year, as although I said Jennifer Lawrence, she only won best actress last year so it might be too soon. I haven't seen the last 3 films on here either, but I think it might be too early for Lupita to win one.

Best Supporting Actor

Barkhad Abdi, “Captain Phillips”
Bradley Cooper, “American Hustle”
Michael Fassbender, “12 Years a Slave”
Jonah Hill, “The Wolf of Wall Street”
Jared Leto, “Dallas Buyers Club”

Who I think will win: Michael Fassbender Who I want to win: Jared Leto

I think this category is a little tougher, but I think Michael Fassbender may snag it. It's honestly a toss up though between him and Jared and both are equally deserving. Jared won at the Golden Globes and Barkhad won at the BAFTA's which is amazing since it's his first role he's played.

Best Actress

Amy Adams, “American Hustle”
Cate Blanchett, “Blue Jasmine”
Sandra Bullock, “Gravity”
Judi Dench, “Philomena”
Meryl Streep, “August: Osage County”

Who I think will win: Cate Blanchett

She's won everything else for her role in this film, and I really want to see why although I've not actually seen any trailers or adverts in the UK for it. I think it's almost definite she will win, with a possible surprise from Amy Adams but unlikely.

I'm going to stop here before this post gets too long, but these are the main awards. Other technical awards I'm sure will go to Gravity, and maybe a couple of production design awards for The Great Gatsby.

Who do you think will win this year?

Emma

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Dallas Buyers Club - Movie Review

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Liebster award

Liebster Award

I honestly had never heard of this until I saw I had been nominated in a comment by messingwithadreamer. From there I had a quick google and the Liebster award is a tag style award that helps readers and bloggers discover new, smaller bloggers and their content. So, lets give this a go!

1. What's your favourite perfume?

I don't actually have sense of smell, so don't have a favourite perfume cuz I can't smell anything! I am however currently wearing Versace's Yellow Diamond and I often get compliments when I wear Rihanna's nude perfume.

2. Why did you decide to start blogging?

I decided to start blogging because I write scripts in my spare time, but they were just backed up on my computer. I decided I wanted to write about my feelings and passions, and thats why I started blogging.3. What was the last film you watched?

I watched Slumdog Millionaire last night on Film4, which I had seen a few times before but I love it because it's such a heartfelt story and the tension at the end is great.

4. Favourite beauty YouTubers?

My favourite beauty youtubers are Zoella, Gabriella Rose, Tanya Burr and Sammi (BeautyCrush). I love their tutorials and their picks of products.

5. If you could visit anywhere in the world, where would you go?

I've visited China twice and it's one of my favourite places and I'd love to go again, but for somewhere new I'd love to go either Australia or Italy. I really want to travel the world.

6. What's your favourite makeup brand?

I think Urban Decay because their eyeshadows are the best quality I've ever tried, and I love their range. However drugstore brand I'd say Revlon because I love almost all of their range, especially lipsticks.

7. What is the one beauty product you always repurchase?

It has to be eyeliner. I love my winged eyes and it's the one thing I do every day, even if I don't put foundation on. I've repurchased Revlon's twice but next time I think I'm going to try something else like L'oreals superliner.

8. Summer or winter?

I am definitely a summer girl. I hate the cold and often get down in the dumps because it's grey and gloomy. If there is a bit of sun in the sky, I instantly feel better and more inspired to be productive.

9. Who are your favourite artists/ bands?

Adele, Mumford and Sons, the Black Keys, Arctic Monkeys and McFly.

10. If you had no budget what fashion piece would you splurge on?

I'm not sure as I don't really look into fashion things that I know I can't afford, but probably either a handbag/purse from Vivienne Westwood or Chanel.

11. Do you prefer bright or pastel nails?

I honestly like both equally, as it depends what mood I'm in and the season, but at the moment I am into more nudes.

Here are my questions:

1. What's your favourite TV show currently?

2. What is your favourite lipstick?

3. Who is your beauty looks inspiration?

4. Why did you get into blogging?

5. Who are your favourite bloggers/youtubers?

6. What is your favourite season?

7. What is one product you really want this year?

8. What are your favourite high street shops?

9. What is your favourite social media site?