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Oscar season is in full swing

By Chelsie Merone

With the 84th Academy Awards just around the corner, critics and movie go-ers have been buzzing about the competition.

Not only has this year been jam packed with great films, but they have showcased great actors and actresses as well.  We’ve seen novel adaptations, historical references, original plot lines, and some amazing creative direction.

This year’s Oscars is going to be nothing short of amazing, and to get ready for it, I have decided to see what critics are predicting.  Here are a few of the categories, and possible winners.

 

Best Motion Picture of the Year

My pick: War Horse

Critics say: The Decendants

 

Best Actor in a Leading Role

My pick: Jean Dujardin

Critics say: George Clooney

 

Best Supporting Actor

My pick: Christopher Plummer

Critics say: Christopher Plummer

 

Best Screenplay

My pick: Bridesmaids

Critics say: Midnight in Paris

 

Best Director

My pick: Michel Hazanavicius

Critics say: Michel Hazanavicius

 

Best Actress in a Leading Role

My pick: Viola Davis

Critics say: Viola Davis

 

Best Supporting Actress

My pick: Octavia Spencer

Critics say: Octavia Spencer

 

Best Adapted Screenplay

My pick: Moneyball

Critics say: The Descendants

 

Best Cinematography

My pick: War Horse

Critics say: The Artist