Gathered my thoughts after seeing Pieces of a Woman.
It’s not a very accessible film, so that will hurt it’s chances at SAG and in any category other then acting. But if they can get through the first 45 minutes, then Kirby will likely be nominated. She is great in that scene and does great work throughout the rest of the film. Burstyn is very good in her scenes (including one particular monologue), but her nomination is much more in the air. Shia is great, so I’m a little surprised he’s not being predicted as much as some other actors but I don’t think he’s really in the race. The cinematography and direction distract from some of the other elements of the film that lack (editing, screenplay). I’m not sure if Kirby will win, because a lot of that depends on how Ma Rainey’s and the US vs Billie Holiday do awards wise. But she is a dark horse no doubt.
Have a great day if you see this!
FYC: Anthony Hopkins- The Father
FYC: Chadwick Boseman - Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom
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