1996 – Show me the Movie! (that should have won)

1996 was the year that independent films broke through to the Oscars, but should they actually have been nominated, or did Hollywood just want to believe they were intellectuals that year? And was The English Patient even that good? Do we agree with Elaine Benis when she said “Those sex scenes. I mean, please. Give me something I can use!” or do we think it’s on par with Lawrence of Arabia? After this episode, you’ll probably want to go get some pancakes and get laid…and maybe watch a few movies to see if you agree.

Best Picture Nominees

The English Patient - winner
Fargo
Jerry Maguire
Secrets & Lies
Shine