Al Gore 'thrilled' by Oscar nominations

[Kadie]

Al Gore 'thrilled' by Oscar nominations
By BETH FOUHY, Associated Press Writer
4 minutes ago


NEW YORK - Who says politics is show business for ugly people?

"An Inconvenient Truth," Al Gore's film on the perils of global warming, scored two Oscar nominations Tuesday — for best documentary feature and best original song.

While he is not technically a nominee — the film's director, Davis Guggenheim, won the nod, as did singer Melissa Etheridge for the song "I Need to Wake Up" — Gore said he was "thrilled" that his movie was honored.

"The film ... has brought awareness of the climate crisis to people in the United States and all over the world," Gore said in an e-mail statement. "I am so grateful to the entire team and pleased that the Academy has recognized their work. This film proves that movies really can make a difference."

Guggenheim said he wasn't expecting a nomination but welcomed the fresh attention from the Academy's recognition. He said he spoke to Gore and asked him, "'Are you ready to go to the show?' I think he's ready. For years he's been in the wilderness on global warming. Now he's ready for his grand walk. Now he's at the Academy Awards. It's a hero's return."

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[NYCGirl]

1. I just know I'll cry.

Here's hoping we see that "grand walk."

[ms liberty]

2. So gracious, so articulate, so.........PRESIDENTIAL!!!!!

I love that man. I'd give up my right arm if he'd run in 08.

[etherealtruth]

14. Makes me wistfulfor what could have been

... and hopeful for what might be.

[StudentDUer]

3. Song?

I think they just wanted to give another nomination to the film, lol.

[SCDem]

8. The song is wonderful

With the ending credits it was actually one of the most emotional parts of the movie.

[StudentDUer]

11. do you know where I can listen to it?

I'd like to

[NYCGirl]

12. Right here:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XthWJnOHpVE

[StudentDUer]

13. thanks

[spanone]

4. I bet he wins too. Go Al!!!

[blogslut]

5. A hero's return

indeed.

[acmavm]

6. Yep, that remark just stood out, didn't it?

[Uncle Joe]

17. I agree, that was nice. I believe Al to be the preeminent hero of our time.

Thanks to Kadie for the thread

Kicked and recommended

[patricia92243]

7. I'll look forward to the awards this year. I usually just watch to see the pretty dresses,

but this year I'll be glued to the actual program.

[freefall]

20. I've never watched (and I am a grandmother!) but I will also be glued

to my seat. Run, Al, run. We desperately need you.

Peace,

freefall

[demnan]

9. Oscars?

The man deserves a Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts on Global Warming.

[NYCGirl]

10. Yes, but the movie deserves an Oscar.

:hi:

[crispini]

15. Hahahaha. I love that last sentence.

"He has said he's not planning to run for president again but also has not ruled it out."

Sweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeet.

P.S. Click on my sig, Gore fans! :bounce:

[zbdent]

16. I wonder how many former Presidential candidates have been nominated

for an Oscar? Precious few ... and don't even try to mention Reagan ...

[AtomicKitten]

18. Bravo!

[Uncle Joe]

23. You always seem to have the best photos

of President Gore and the first lady.:thumbsup:

[AtomicKitten]

25. My rejoicing

will be deafening if he throws his hat in the ring ...

[BuyingThyme]

19. Wow, nice catch for Melissa.

Didn't see that one coming.

[Swamp Rat]

21. Goddamn hippie commie pinko hollywood libruls

:D

[WI_DEM]

22. if it wins, can you just see the ovation Al Gore will get as he walks up to accept the Oscar?

[Guaranteed]

24. Well, the director would accept it, but I'm pretty certain Al would be

there, too. :)

And, yes, it would be thunderous.