From ‘West Side Story’ to ‘Belfast”: Bay Area Film Critic Jan Wahl’s 2022 Oscar Picks

The Academy Awards matter. Without them, we’d have all Spiderman all the time. Hollywood’s dreams of critic-proof, merchandise-buying audiences promoting opening day with repetitive viewings and internet glee would come true. And the multinational corporations churning out movies by number would have the game entirely to themselves. Enter the Oscars. Though this is not why […]

From ‘West Side Story’ to ‘Belfast’: Oscar Predictions for 2022

The Academy Awards matter. Without them, we’d have all Spiderman all the time. Hollywood’s dreams of critic-proof, merchandise-buying audiences promoting opening day with repetitive viewings and internet glee would come true. And the multinational corporations churning out movies by number would have the game entirely to themselves. Enter the Oscars. Though this is not why […]

How to Host a Fab Oscar Party

Take the Oscars telecast, add 10 to 20 of your closest friends, throw in some award-worthy food and swagalicious gifts and you get one fabulous Sunday evening. Your funny observations about red carpet fashions and witty asides during the speeches are so much better when there are others there to hear them. Here’s everything you […]

8 Movies to See Before the Oscars

With the Oscars on February 26, here’s a cheat sheet of the top movies worth seeing. We’ve got something for everyone, with 6 movies to see in theaters and 2 to watch at home. In Theaters Now “The Artist” Length: 1 1/2 hours Rated: PG-13 See it with: Your husband A love note to 1920s […]

Oscars Playlist

Whether you’re host or guest for the Oscars, a good playlist is a must! Download this one at Valslist.com. RED CARPET PLAYLIST (for your Oscars party) 1.    Own It by The Black Eyed Peas 2.    Do You Want It All? by Two Door Cinema Club 3.    Big Dreams by Molehill 4.    Binga Bong! by Glenn […]

Maureen Sagui Going to Academy Awards

A Wilmette resident is going to walk the red carpet Sunday night. Keep your eyes peeled for Maureen Sagui, who will be going as the guest of Jesse Eisenberg, who is nominated as Best Actor for his role in “The Social Network.” Sitting next to Jesse will be his mother, but Maureen will be sitting […]