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Showing posts with label Oscar. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Oscar. Show all posts

Jul 9, 2019

[Answer] Which TV comedy series features Felix Unger and Oscar Madison?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which TV comedy series features Felix Unger and Oscar Madison?"



...Felix Unger, played by Tony Randall, is a complete neat freak. Oscar Madison, played by Jack Klugman, is a slob of the worst order. When divorce hits them both, they find themselves in need of someone to share an apartment in New York City. These two men become "The Odd Couple." Felix is the fussy photographer who borders on OCD. Oscar is a sportswriter and 'sloppy' is putting it mildly. The two argue like an old married couple, which is hilarious and endearing at the same time. The popular series ran for five years. Source: IMDb.com

Jun 28, 2019

[Answer] 5. The story of a man who never ages, what is the title of Oscar Wilde's only published novel?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "5. The story of a man who never ages, what is the title of Oscar Wilde's only published novel?"



...1. The Picture of Dorian Gray 2. The Woman in White 3. Lady Windermere's Tan 4. A Teal Husband Wilde's novel tells the tale of the Faustian pact struck by the title character to ensure that he remains young and beautiful looking throughout his life, as he is convinced that beauty is the only true value in life. His agreement with the devil means that a portrait of him painted by artist Basil Hallward ages instead of him. As Gray's hedonism affects those around him, his portrait becomes disfigured in his stead and Gray is inspired to explore and cherish every vice he can commit.

May 17, 2019

[Ans] How long was the longest Oscar acceptance speech?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "How long was the longest Oscar acceptance speech?"



The longest Oscar speech was given by Greer Garson at the 15th Academy Awards after she was named Best Actress in 1942 for “Mrs. Miniver”. Her speech ran for nearly six minutes. It was shortly after this incident that the Academy set forty-five seconds as the allotted time for an acceptance speech and began to cut the winners off after this time limit. The shortest Oscar speech was given by Patty Duke at the 35th Academy Awards after she was named Best Supporting Actress for “The Miracle Worker”. Her acceptance speech was, simply, two words—"Thank you"—after which she walked off the stage.

[Answer] How long was the longest Oscar acceptance speech?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "How long was the longest Oscar acceptance speech?"



...The longest Oscar speech was given by Greer Garson at the 15th Academy Awards after she was named Best Actress in 1942 for “Mrs. Miniver”. Her speech ran for nearly six minutes. It was shortly after this incident that the Academy set forty-five seconds as the allotted time for an acceptance speech and began to cut the winners off after this time limit. The shortest Oscar speech was given by Patty Duke at the 35th Academy Awards after she was named Best Supporting Actress for “The Miracle Worker”. Her acceptance speech was, simply, two words—"Thank you"—after which she walked off the stage.

Apr 25, 2019

[Ans] Which legendary actress has lost the Best Actress Oscar a whopping 18 times?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which legendary actress has lost the Best Actress Oscar a whopping 18 times?"



Over the past four decades Meryl Streep has amassed 21 Oscar nominations, more than any performer in Academy Awards history. She won three of those races, making her a member of the exclusive three-timers club. However, there’s a unique downside to Meryl’s Oscar reign. Streep also has 18 Oscar failures on her hands, and holds the record as the biggest acting loser of all time. Streep’s losses straddle 39 years, including 15 as Best Actress and 3 as Best Supporting Actress. Her first loss for “The Deer Hunter” (1978) happened four decades ago, setting the stage for a remarkable Oscar trajectory full of ups and many, many downs.

[Answer] Which legendary actress has lost the Best Actress Oscar a whopping 18 times?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which legendary actress has lost the Best Actress Oscar a whopping 18 times?"



...Over the past four decades Meryl Streep has amassed 21 Oscar nominations, more than any performer in Academy Awards history. She won three of those races, making her a member of the exclusive three-timers club. However, there’s a unique downside to Meryl’s Oscar reign. Streep also has 18 Oscar failures on her hands, and holds the record as the biggest acting loser of all time. Streep’s losses straddle 39 years, including 15 as Best Actress and 3 as Best Supporting Actress. Her first loss for “The Deer Hunter” (1978) happened four decades ago, setting the stage for a remarkable Oscar trajectory full of ups and many, many downs.

Apr 20, 2019

[Ans] Which of these Oscar winners also has an Oscar-winning sibling?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which of these Oscar winners also has an Oscar-winning sibling?"



With a career spanning more than six decades, Hollywood legend Warren Beatty has been nominated for an impressive 14 Academy Awards, and won the Academy Award for Best Director for the film Reds (1981). In 1999, he was given the Irving G. Thalberg Memorial Award, the Academy’s highest honor. Meanwhile, older sister Shirley is a legend in her own right, with an impressive list of Academy nods, including six nominations and one win for Terms of Endearment (1983). MacLaine has continued to be active on the small screen in series like Downtown Abbey and Glee.

[Answer] Which of these Oscar winners also has an Oscar-winning sibling?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which of these Oscar winners also has an Oscar-winning sibling?"



...With a career spanning more than six decades, Hollywood legend Warren Beatty has been nominated for an impressive 14 Academy Awards, and won the Academy Award for Best Director for the film Reds (1981). In 1999, he was given the Irving G. Thalberg Memorial Award, the Academy’s highest honor. Meanwhile, older sister Shirley is a legend in her own right, with an impressive list of Academy nods, including six nominations and one win for Terms of Endearment (1983). MacLaine has continued to be active on the small screen in series like Downtown Abbey and Glee.

Apr 8, 2019

[Answer] 2. Which of these is traditionally eaten with Steak Oscar?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "2. Which of these is traditionally eaten with Steak Oscar?"



...1. Asparagus 2. Apple 3. Apricot 4. Aphrodisiac Asparagus is best eaten steamed. It is a common side paired with Steak Oscar, where your steak, asparagus, and crab are covered with Bearnaise sauce. If your asparagus is not covered with sauce, the most polite and appropriate way to eat asparagus is to cut the head off, eat it with your fork, and pick the stalk up to eat it.

Mar 1, 2019

[Ans] What is the only superhero movie to receive a Best Picture Oscar nomination?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "What is the only superhero movie to receive a Best Picture Oscar nomination?"



Black Panther is the first and only superhero movie ever to be nominated for Best Picture at the Oscars. The movie scored seven total nominations for the 91st Academy Awards. In addition to its milestone Best Picture nod, Black Panther was nominated for Original Score, Original Song, Costume Design, Production Design, Sound Editing, and Sound Mixing. Black Panther took home three Academy Awards on Sunday night, but lost the coveted Best Picture award to “Green Book.” The Marvel Comics blockbuster did however win Best Original Music Score, Best Costume Design and Best Production Design.

[Answer] What is the only superhero movie to receive a Best Picture Oscar nomination?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "What is the only superhero movie to receive a Best Picture Oscar nomination?"



...Black Panther is the first and only superhero movie ever to be nominated for Best Picture at the Oscars. The movie scored seven total nominations for the 91st Academy Awards. In addition to its milestone Best Picture nod, Black Panther was nominated for Original Score, Original Song, Costume Design, Production Design, Sound Editing, and Sound Mixing. Black Panther took home three Academy Awards on Sunday night, but lost the coveted Best Picture award to “Green Book.” The Marvel Comics blockbuster did however win Best Original Music Score, Best Costume Design and Best Production Design.

Feb 2, 2019

[Ans] For which movie did Paul Newman win an Oscar?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "For which movie did Paul Newman win an Oscar?"



Paul Newman turned to acting after getting kicked off the football team in college. He made his Broadway debut in 1953 and began doing television and films, eventually becoming known as one of the finest actors of his time. In The Hustler (1961), Newman played Fast Eddie, a slick, small-time pool shark who takes on the legendary Minnesota Fats (Jackie Gleason). Twenty-five years after The Hustler, Newman reprised his role of "Fast Eddie" in the Martin Scorsese–directed film The Color of Money (1986), for which he won the Academy Award for Best Actor.

[Answer] For which movie did Paul Newman win an Oscar?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "For which movie did Paul Newman win an Oscar?"



...Paul Newman turned to acting after getting kicked off the football team in college. He made his Broadway debut in 1953 and began doing television and films, eventually becoming known as one of the finest actors of his time. In The Hustler (1961), Newman played Fast Eddie, a slick, small-time pool shark who takes on the legendary Minnesota Fats (Jackie Gleason). Twenty-five years after The Hustler, Newman reprised his role of "Fast Eddie" in the Martin Scorsese–directed film The Color of Money (1986), for which he won the Academy Award for Best Actor.

Jan 9, 2019

[Answer] What Oscar winning actor became president of the National Rifle Association in 1998?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "What Oscar winning actor became president of the National Rifle Association in 1998?"



...Charlton Heston was Hollywood star best known for his roles in The Ten Commandments, Ben Hur and Planet of the Apes. Heston appeared in almost 100 films over the course of 60 years. He was also a five-term president of the National Rifle Association (NRA), from 1998 to 2003. After being diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease in 2002, he retired from both acting and the NRA presidency. In 2003, President George W. Bush awarded him the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation's highest civilian honor, for his accomplishments in movies and politics.

[Ans] What Oscar winning actor became president of the National Rifle Association in 1998?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "What Oscar winning actor became president of the National Rifle Association in 1998?"



Charlton Heston was Hollywood star best known for his roles in The Ten Commandments, Ben Hur and Planet of the Apes. Heston appeared in almost 100 films over the course of 60 years. He was also a five-term president of the National Rifle Association (NRA), from 1998 to 2003. After being diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease in 2002, he retired from both acting and the NRA presidency. In 2003, President George W. Bush awarded him the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation's highest civilian honor, for his accomplishments in movies and politics.

Jan 3, 2019

[Answer] What do Ronald Reagan, Eudora Welty and Oscar de la Hoya have in common?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "What do Ronald Reagan, Eudora Welty and Oscar de la Hoya have in common?"



...No one really knows exactly why some people are left-handed. It is the norm for about 13 percent of the world's population, however. Some consider it genetic because it does tend to run in families. Left-handers have a tendency to excel in sports, leadership positions, creativity and 3-dimensional perception and thinking. Take, for example, Ronald Reagan, Eudora Welty and Oscar de la Hoya. Each excelled in his or her chosen profession. Source: LeftHandersDay.com; Indiana.edu

Nov 12, 2018

[Ans] For what film did Angelina Jolie’s father win an Oscar?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "For what film did Angelina Jolie’s father win an Oscar?"



Jon Voight is the father of actress Angelina Jolie and actor James Haven. He is the winner of one Academy Award, having been nominated four times. Voight won his Academy Award for Best Actor in 1979 for the Vietnam War drama Coming Home. His portrayal of Luke Martin, a paralyzed Vietnam War veteran, in the film is one of his most memorable roles. The film included a much-talked-about love scene between Voight and actress Jane Fonda. Both Voight and Fonda won Academy Awards for their performances in the film.

[Answer] For what film did Angelina Jolie’s father win an Oscar?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "For what film did Angelina Jolie’s father win an Oscar?"



...Jon Voight is the father of actress Angelina Jolie and actor James Haven. He is the winner of one Academy Award, having been nominated four times. Voight won his Academy Award for Best Actor in 1979 for the Vietnam War drama Coming Home. His portrayal of Luke Martin, a paralyzed Vietnam War veteran, in the film is one of his most memorable roles. The film included a much-talked-about love scene between Voight and actress Jane Fonda. Both Voight and Fonda won Academy Awards for their performances in the film.

Sep 2, 2018

[Ans] Which former American Idol contestant has won both an Oscar and a Grammy?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which former American Idol contestant has won both an Oscar and a Grammy?"



Jennifer Hudson rose to fame in 2004 as a finalist on the third season of American Idol, coming in seventh place. As an actress, she made her film debut portraying Effie White in Dreamgirls, for which she gained worldwide acclaim and won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. As a singer, Hudson won a Grammy Award for her debut album, Jennifer Hudson, released in 2008. Hudson received her second Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album in 2017 as a cast member in The Color Purple.

[Answer] Which former American Idol contestant has won both an Oscar and a Grammy?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which former American Idol contestant has won both an Oscar and a Grammy?"



...Jennifer Hudson rose to fame in 2004 as a finalist on the third season of American Idol, coming in seventh place. As an actress, she made her film debut portraying Effie White in Dreamgirls, for which she gained worldwide acclaim and won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. As a singer, Hudson won a Grammy Award for her debut album, Jennifer Hudson, released in 2008. Hudson received her second Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album in 2017 as a cast member in The Color Purple.