Academy Awards Excitement:

How To Do Oscar Night Right

By Catherine R. Lester
Reviewed by Catherine R. Lester

About the Author

Catherine R. Lester is a diehard Oscar fan devoted to guiding
others through an enriching Academy Awards experience. She’s an
entertainment industry outsider who has discovered the inside
scoop to golden opportunities that most fans don’t know about.
Having researched, studied and validated these riveting resources,
she has created this step-by-step guide that takes readers on a
journey of how to do Oscar Night right.

About the Book

Watching the Oscars is great on its own merit, but that fun only lasts a few hours. This
book is about taking a journey of Academy Award-nominated films.

This guide gives Oscar fans step-by-step instructions on making this the best Academy
Awards season ever! Use the “how to” guide in advance of Oscar Night, whether it is
three days or three months, to garner an enriching fan experience. Your excitement will
grow as the days to the Academy Awards decrease.

The Book’s ONE THING

Select at least one film category and watch all of the nominees in that category.

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Introduction
In 1927, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) was founded by
filmmakers during the silent movie era.

In 1929, when the first Oscars were held at the Roosevelt Hotel in Hollywood, founders
recognized industry professionals for their work in nine categories, such as cinematography,
art direction, engineering, acting, direction and best picture.

This year, the Academy is hosting its 91st awards ceremony to recognize excellence in film
art & science in 24 categories.

Chapter 1: GETTING INTO A GOLDEN GROOVE

PREPPING FOR ACADEMY AWARDS SEASON

The activities listed here are stepping stones on an Oscar journey you can do from your
corner of the world.

• Mark Calendar: February 24

• Get Nominee List
• Select a Category
• Watch “And the Oscar Goes To”
• Follow The Hollywood Reporter

Chapter 2: SATISFY YOUR OSCAR OBSESSION

ACTIVIES TO GET YOU PUMPED

Just because you can’t attend the Academy Awards or can’t be in Hollywood for the big
night doesn’t mean you can’t experience movie magnificence.

• Plan a viewing party

• View Oscars.com
• Academy Conversations
• Follow Pundits
• Watch nominated films

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Chapter 3: BEST PICTURE CHALLENGE

A CULTURAL JOURNEY INTO FILM EXCELLENCE

Your goal for the Best Picture Challenge is to see every film nominated in the Best Picture
category before Oscar Night.

• Have a List
• Disregard Other’s Judgement
• Give Your Best
• Stay for the Credits
• Space Out Viewings

Chapter 4: KEEPING SCORE

DETERMINING MERITS OF AN ACADEMY AWARD WINNER

It would be cumbersome to analyze every film’s elements (up to 24 components), so make

it easy on yourself by critiquing a few key factors.

• Acting
• Story
• Production
• Thought Provoking
• Emotional Touch
• See Again?

Chapter 5: AN OSCARS VIEWING GUIDE

MAKING THE ACADEMY AWARDS A NIGHT TO REMEMBER

Honoring industry professionals in 24 categories takes hours. Make the ceremony

interesting and engaging with these fun activities on Oscar Night.

• Keep Track
• Order of Business
• Love and Adore
• Light a Candle
• Watch Until the End

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Chapter 6: FIVE THINGS YOU DIDN’T KNOW

AMPAS HAS PUBLIC OFFERINGS YEAR-ROUND

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has a reputation for being an exclusive,
members-only organization, but they host public events and offer programs to aspiring
professionals.

• Academy Museum
• Public Events
• Research Resources
• Student & Adult Programs

Launching Tonight!

Experience Oscar Week: Get in on Academy Awards Action

The Only Event Guide for Academy Award Fans
By Catherine R. Lester

Sponsored by Company Voice Box LLC., publisher

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