The Awards Contender

My name is Brian Rowe, and I'm here to explore the extraordinary world of all things Oscar.

I've been obsessed with the Academy Awards since I was nine years old and watched my hero Steven Spielberg clean house at the 1994 ceremony with his back-to-back masterpieces Jurassic Park and Schindler's List. I started studying the history of the Oscars soon thereafter and have been fascinated by all the winners, nominees, no-shows, and controversies ever since.

I hold a BA in Film Production, MA in English, and MFA in Creative Writing, and what I try to bring to my videos is a mix of well-researched analysis and entertaining commentary that bring a new level of insight to you, the viewer. It doesn't matter if you're an Academy Awards expert or simply interested in cinema, I guarantee you'll find something that interests you.

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The Awards Contender

The Best Actor Oscar wins of the 1990s RANKED. Tomorrow morning!

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My newest Oscar race retrospective is here, with special guest Ryan Casselman! Enjoy!

https://youtu.be/PT8M9oXtu1Y?is=L7VZt...

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Why Casey Affleck defeated Denzel Washington at the Oscars. Tomorrow morning!

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My review of Toy Story 5 is here!

https://youtu.be/RgcuUs5QfjU?is=WafBL...

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I’m excited to start up my members-only video series again with my reaction to the news that Jim Carrey might return to play The Grinch. As an Oscars Stage member, you’ll get at least one exclusive video from me every week, so feel free to join and support The Awards Contender!

https://youtu.be/QP7IuAbKhRI?is=r58TO...

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My review of Toy Story 5. Tomorrow morning!