We broadcast all day, everyday from a secret cave in Ackerman Student Union. With the 91st Academy Awards fast approaching the movie world is abuzz. It should be noted that none of these songs are bad. Even the worst Oscar-nominated song is better than a fair amount of songs released in any particular year. Its like ice cream.
You might have a different opinion, I just happen to be a writer for a blog. So, without further ado, coming in at number five isβ¦..
She does a great job with this song as well, showing off her range and ability to carry a show tune. Overall, her performance was good. The song itself is the problem. Full disclosure, I fully expected to hate this song. This, of course, is not your ordinary western. The newest Coen Brothers film is a Netflix original and has been getting rave reviews. The film itself is built like a six-part anthology, following different stories in the old west.
The song is very country. Nelson plays the eponymous character and is probably best known for his role Dr. Pendanski in the Disney classic Holes. In another year, it might have won Warren her first Oscar. Unfortunately, the category is just too strong this year, and it appears Warren will be 0 for 10 in the Oscar Category. As a proud nerd and comic book geek, I appreciate the representation. The song does get a bit repetitive as it goes on, and the beat can be a bit annoying as it continues over and over, but it is one of only two songs being played at the awards this year so that has to count for something.
Yes, I say above average. The characters are semi one dimensional and if you pay close attention to the background for the first minutes of the movie, you can guess the ending. Shallow is great. Bradley Cooper is a surprisingly decent singer, and his performance should be commended.
