‘What? They never won an Oscar?!’ Part 2

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Carole Lombard

My Man Godfrey, 1936/37

I love Carole Lombard in everything. I am constantly amazed at how effortlessly funny and talented she was. Such a joy to watch, every time.

 

 

 

 

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Robert Mitchum

The Story of G.I. Joe, 1945/46

Noir was his thing and it’s a shame he wasn’t given more credit for his performances. He was always great and unbelievably cool.

 

 

 

 

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William Powell

The Thin Man, 1934/35

My Man Godfrey, 1936/37

Life with Father, 1947/48

I’ve yet to meet a classic Hollywood buff who doesn’t love William Powell. He was just so instantly likable, not to mention incredibly talented. And he made it look so easy!

 

 

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Forever Amber, 1947/48

Separate Tables, 1958/59

Laura (1944) is, of course, his masterpiece. Other film composers of his generation seem to have won 3 or 4 Oscars each, so it’s a bit of a shame he got none. Nevertheless, he did have one helluva career.

 

Fritz LANG


Fritz Lang

^ see that? Blank. Fritz Lang was never nominated for an Oscar. Just goes to show how pointless awards are.

 

 

 

 

 

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Robert Siodmak

The Killers, 1946/47

Just the opening sequence of The Killers alone should have gotten him the Oscar. And could we all start calling Robert Siodmak ‘The King of Atmosphere’? Thanks.

 

 

 

Part 3 coming soon!

 

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