The Academy Awards is billed as Hollywood’s Biggest Night because it is filled with all the glamour tinsel town has to offer. From the gowns and tuxes to winners and losers, commentators will spend hours of TV time next week debating who wore it best and who should have won.
Unfortunately, I haven’t seen any of the nominated movies but, I do have my favorite contenders I will be routing for to win the Oscar.
I am cheering for the movie, Hidden Figures to win anything and everything. First, it is about female mathematicians at NASA. (Pay attention young ladies! You can be smart and beautiful!)
Secondly, it stars one of my favorite actresses, Taraji P. Henson. Although she isn’t nominated for her role in this movie, she undoubtedly gave a stellar performance. If you need proof of talent, watch any of her previous television shows and movies to discover how she transforms herself in every performance like a delightful chameleon. Tip: Watch Person of Interest then Empire to get glimpse of her skills.
Thankfully, Octavia Spencer receives a nod as Actress in a Supporting Role for Hidden Figures so, I will be crossing my fingers and rubbing the old rabbit’s foot for her to win. Good luck, Octavia! And if her character makes a pie in this movie, she may have stumbled onto a very unique good luck ritual.
Thirdly, teachers are taking students on field trips to see this movie. Hopefully it will inspire the next generation of mathematicians and empower young women to pursue their dreams of chasing numbers and solving equations.