Up in the Air

Sadly, I think that Up in the Air may just get snubbed all around. I really enjoyed this movie; I enjoyed its easy pace and understated acting (by Vera Farmiga and George Clooney; the part played by Anna Kendrick required a little more farcical energy). But alas, it pains me to say that I do not think it will win Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actress, or Best Supporting Actress. I think the most it can hope for is Best Original Screenplay. Its only competition in that field is Precious and An Education. I think that is what it might be given, which is unfortunate seeing as it was a very solidly put together movie. It was a complete package and I have admired this in Jason Reitman's work for years. I just don't think it has enough "oomph" to push it past the frontrunners in the top categories. Best of luck, Mr. Reitman, and just so you know, I LOVED Juno (which, incidentally, was awarded Best Original Screenplay and nothing else...)