by Lumination Staff | Apr 16, 2021 | Arts and Entertainment, News Slider
Reporting provided by Camryn Given, Jayme Foltz and Hannah Cron Despite the COVID-19 pandemic shutting down most movie theaters, 2020 still brought us some amazing films. Three Lumination staff members, Camryn, Jayme and Hannah, share who they think will win Oscars at the 93rd Academy Awards. Actor in a leading role Riz Ahmed (“Sound of Metal”) Chadwick Boseman (“Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom”) Anthony Hopkins (“The Father”) Gary Oldman (“Mank”) Steven Yeun (“Minari”) Camryn’s choice: Steve Yeun The Walking Dead favorite really proved himself as an incredible actor as the ambitious and determined father in Minari. Yeun’s ability to immediately turn from a caring father to an enraged husband showed his depth and should earn him this award. Jayme’s Choice: Chadwick Boseman Chadwick Boseman has played many amazing roles in his career and I can’t help but think that this was one of his best. It was an exceedingly passionate and heart-wrenching performance as he gave life to Levee, a young troubled man looking to make a name for himself in the music industry. Hannah’s Choice: Chadwick Boseman Throughout his scenes, you could feel Boseman’s every emotion through the screen. He was a phenomenal talent and by all accounts, an even more phenomenal human being, and this award would be a fitting tribute to his life and legacy. Actor in a supporting role Sacha Baron Cohen (“The Trial of the Chicago 7”) Daniel Kaluuya (“Judas and the Black Messiah”) Leslie Odom Jr. (“One Night in Miami”) Paul Raci (“Sound of Metal”) Lakeith Stanfield (“Judas and the Black Messiah”) Camryn’s Choice: Daniel Kaluuya Since Kaluuya didn’t walk...
by LeBron Hill | Jan 31, 2019 | Arts and Entertainment, News Slider
Lumination Arts and Entertainment reporter LeBron Hill discussed the recent nominations of the 91st annual Oscars with filmmakers Steve Taylor, Sydney Tooley and Nashville film critic Cory Woodroof. Topics ranged from the quality of this year’s work to nomination snubs and expectations of the year. Watch the full video below: ...
by Jael Teme | Mar 7, 2014 | News Slider
In this week’s Lumination News, Kelly Dean and Martin Baker keep you updated on the latest events and news from Lipscomb University and beyond. To start off, Bridgette Begle gives a quick weather recap. Reporter Savanna Schubert gives you an inside look at a benefit concert two Lipscomb students hosted for their sick 15-year-old sister, and Martin Baker also provides an update on the new Taco Bell breakfast menu. If you’ve heard of the dating app Tinder, but haven’t tried it, Begle gives you a look at how the app works, and how to be careful when using it. Logan Butts gives you the scoop on why college athletes don’t get paid, and Sarah McGee provides a recap of the Oscars. Stay tuned for next week’s show where we will keep you updated on the most recent happenings at Lipscomb University and in Nashville. Do you have story ideas? An event you want us to cover? Email our News Director...
by Logan Butts | May 20, 2013 | Opinion
Welcome back, readers, for the second edition of Logan’s home video update! Due to the lack of quality new DVD releases this week, I will be suggesting two slightly older releases to catch up on. If you are like me, then I am sure your list of movies to see can never be too long. Life of Pi (PG, 127 minutes- starring Suraj Sharma) With a slew of Oscar nominations and a well-deserved four wins, Life of Pi was one of the biggest winners from the 2012 awards season. Although the performances from newcomer Suraj Sharma and veteran Bollywood actor Irrfan Khan were great, the true star of this film was the visual effects. It almost felt like the dazzlingly-beautiful set and CGI in the film were characters in their own right. Instead of making the film feel artificial, they brought an emotional depth to an already emotionally-rich story. The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (PG-13, 169 minutes- starring Martin Freeman) Though it drags on a bit, which was expected considering they are adapting one book into three different movies, The Hobbit was a welcome return for one of the most familiar and beloved film series of the last decade. One of the highlights of the film was the chemistry between all of the dwarves. Their characters were all cast very accurately, and the actors all had a natural chemistry with each other. That’s a wrap for this week’s edition of the home video update. I hope you enjoy the...
by Cory Woodroof | Feb 20, 2012 | News Slider, Opinion
I, assistant managing/entertainment editor Cory Woodroof, welcome you to the “Top the Critic” challenge! The Academy Awards will hold their ceremony Sunday evening, and in honor of the season, I have offered my “professional” opinion on who will win in the major categories. You will have a chance to offer your own picks in the comments section below this article. If you can manage to prove me wrong and top my predictions, you will have a chance to win two free movie tickets to the Regal Theater! Please remember to include your name and email in your predictions post. See below for contest rules. BEST PICTURE The Artist Moneyball War Horse The Help Midnight in Paris Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close The Descendants The Tree of Life Hugo The Lumination Critic picks The Artist. BEST ACTOR George Clooney–The Descendants Brad Pitt– Moneyball Jean Dujardin– The Artist Demián Bichir– A Better Life Gary Oldman– Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy The Lumination Critic picks Jean Dujardin. BEST ACTRESS Meryl Streep– The Iron Lady Viola Davis– The Help Michelle Williams– My Week with Marilyn Rooney Mara– The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo Glenn Close– Albert Nobbs The Lumination Critic picks Viola Davis. BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR Christopher Plummer– Beginners Jonah Hill– Moneyball Nick Nolte– Warrior Max von Sydow– Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close Kenneth Branagh- My Week with Marilyn The Lumination Critic picks Max von Sydow. BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS Octavia Spencer– The Help Bérénice Bejo– The Artist Melissa McCarthy– Bridesmaids Janet McTeer– Albert Nobbs Jessica Chastain– The Help The Lumination Critic picks Octavia Spencer. BEST DIRECTOR Martin Scorsese– Hugo Michel Hazanavicius– The Artist Alexander...
