Here in the final stages of the 2021 Oscars season, several Academy Awards voters told Gold Derby who they voted for — and why. They asked us not to reveal their identities, but they were otherwise eager to share their views of the year’s best films. Now that voting has concluded, we’ll share a few with you. The comments below by Voter #6 for each category are part of the thought process in choosing these potential winners.
Best Picture: “The Trial of the Chicago 7”
If there was a write-in ballot, I would put “Ma Rainey.” My choice instead is kind of the studio picture of the year. Many of the other films are great but remind me more of independent films. My tastes in rewarding films tend to go with ones that can please a large number of audience members. This film has the scope and size even though it...
Best Picture: “The Trial of the Chicago 7”
If there was a write-in ballot, I would put “Ma Rainey.” My choice instead is kind of the studio picture of the year. Many of the other films are great but remind me more of independent films. My tastes in rewarding films tend to go with ones that can please a large number of audience members. This film has the scope and size even though it...
- 4/23/2021
- by Chris Beachum
- Gold Derby
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