As we turn on the television for RemoteUnControl, this question actually has to do with the presentation of movies. The Oscars have come and gone, but the memories last forever. And as much as people love to remember the glamorous moments, it's a lot cooler and funnier to remember the mess-ups.
The year: 1934, the very first Oscar ceremony, hosted by Will Rogers. The category in question is "Best Director," and when the envelope is opened the words "Come up and get it, Frank!" are exclaimed by Mr. Rogers (heh heh... Mr. Rogers; I wonder if Trolley was there).This event should have gone through without a hitch. But if that were the case, it wouldn't be on this site. As Frank Capra, director for Lady for a Day, walked up proudly to the stage, something happened. What?
ANSWER TIME: This has to be one of the most heartbreaking stories I've ever heard associated with The Academy Awards. Well, one of the worst. Anyway, the link to the answer is provided; check out the second paragraph... HANKIES READY?
1 comment:
Hah. That's a classic. It was actually for Frank Lloyd for "Cavalcade." Good thing Capra actually won the next year
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