We called the 2015 Oscar nominations “a dark day for women in Hollywood.” Unfortunately that description fits most years, and certainly this one. #OscarsSoWhite rightfully dominated headlines about the Academy Awards this year, but a lot of outlets seemed to mostly ignore the fact that it is also #OscarsSoMale. As with all installments of the Oscars, this year’s telecast and the weekend leading up to it will be remembered for both its highs and lows. We’ve compiled some of the most inspiring, fist pumping moments and the ones that made us shake our heads with disbelief and disappointment.
The Highs
Kate McKinnon’s “Carol” Parody from the Indie Spirit Awards
“Saturday Night Live” player — and star of Paul Feig’s upcoming “Ghostbusters” — Kate McKinnon stole the show at the Indie Spirit Awards. The co-host brought tons of laughs, including a bit where she confessed her love for Paul Dano (“Love & Mercy), whom she described as a “hunky sad-eyed sex machine” before kissing him with a mouthful of ham. Most memorable, though, was her portrayal of Cate Blanchett’s titular character in “Carol.” Her “glove lunch” had us in stitches proving that she would be a great host for next year’s Oscars.
