THE time has come to put all of your worries aside, forget the chores, make your favorite food dishes and do something special for yourself. It is that time of year, after twelve months of movie watching, where I can relax and stretch myself out on the sofa to experience the blessed event—the Oscars telecast. My menu is set, all I have to do is pick-up the ingredients this weekend. I will be eating dinner early; the reason being it is not healthy to eat something then go lie down. It is bad for one’s digestion. I have declined all invitations to be part of an Oscar party since those attending tend not to devote all their attention to the show compared to me. Talking can only be tolerated during the commercial breaks. If everyone is settled in and there are no questions, let the show begin. I have listed below those nominees I think should win compared to those I think will win. Have a joyous night of fun and laughter everyone. So without further adieu, good luck to everyone and let the show begin.

SHOULD WIN:                                                                        WILL WIN:

Best Picture:

Hidden Figures                                                                           La La Land

Best Actress:

Natalie Portman                                                                         Emma Stone

Best Actor:

Casey Affleck                                                                               Denzel Washington

Best Supporting Actress:

Viola Davis                                                                                  Viola Davis

Best Supporting Actor:

Mahershala Ali                                                                            Jeff Bridges

Best Director:

Barry Jenkins                                                                            Damien Chazelle

Best Original Screenplay:

Manchester by the Sea                                                             La La Land

Best Adapted Screenplay:

Hidden Figures                                                                          Moonlight

Cinematography:

Silence                                                                                         La La Land

Best Animated Feature:

Kubo and the Two Strings                                                       Zootopia

Best Original Song:

How Far I’ll Go                                                                          City of Stars