2001 – A Beautiful Lord of the Rouge!

Dylan, Rob and Glenys break down some of the most iconic movies of the 21st Century that also happened to be nominated for Oscar Best Picture at the 74th Academy Awards.

Did A Beautiful Mind’s emotional portrayal of John Nash’s brilliance and struggles with schizophrenia deserve its victory, or did the Academy overlook bolder cinematic achievements? While Gosford Park charmed critics with its layered murder mystery and Robert Altman’s signature ensemble style, In the Bedroom delivered raw, intimate drama and powerhouse performances. Moulin Rouge! dazzled with its kaleidoscope of music, color, and romance but also sparked debates about whether spectacle can equal substance. And finally, The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ringlaunched one of cinema’s most ambitious trilogies — should its groundbreaking fantasy epic have been crowned instead?

Join us as we revisit these films, their themes, and their cultural impact, and debate whether the Academy rewarded the right vision of cinematic excellence for 2001.

Best Picture Nominees

A Beautiful Mind - winner
Gosford Park
In the Bedroom
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
Moulin Rouge!