Her
(Dec. 18, 2013; Warner Bros.)
Summary: A lonely writer develops an unlikely relationship with his newly-purchased operating system that’s designed to meet his every need.
Oscar Prospects: Best Picture, Best Actor, Best Original Screenplay
Runner Up: Best Supporting Actress, Best Cinematography
Long Shots: Best Director, Best Costume Design, Best Original Score, Best Production Design, Best Sound Editing
Status: It wasn’t until the trailer was announced that anyone thought this film was going to even be done this year. Writer/Director Spike Jonze (who is notorious for spending long hours in an edit room) has made a film with a bizarre premise, the trailer looks like the film has a lot to say and it will now close the New York Film Festival with a push from executives who are confident in the quality of the film and its award chances.
Projected MetaCritic: 84
The Players
Director: Spike Jonze
Writer: Spike Jonze
Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Scarlett Johansson, Rooney Mara, Amy Adams
Cinematographer: Hoyte Van Hoytema
Production Designer: K.K. Barrett
Editor: Not Available
Original Music: Not Available