The Producers Guild of America (PGA) has named its five finalists for Best Moving Picture of 2008. Remember these titles:
THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON
THE DARK KNIGHT
FROST/NIXON
MILK
SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE
'Cuz you're going to be hearing these five movies rattled off again when the AMPAS announce their nominations for the 81st Academy Awards (on January 22nd). Okay, maybe DOUBT sneaks in there.
Still, the PGA noms are typically the most reliable predictor of what will make the cut for the top trophy at the Oscars. It's rare that they don't get four out of five. And while some may argue that THE DARK KNIGHT has the best chance at being the odd picture out, my instincts tell me that MILK is the one most at risk. That said, I thought these were the final five two months ago, and I'm sticking with 'em.
The PGA also awards excellence in televised programming. Here are the nominees for Best TV Comedy:
CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM
ENTOURAGE
THE OFFICE
30 ROCK
WEEDS
As for Best TV Drama...
BOSTON LEGAL
DAMAGES
DEXTER
LOST
MAD MEN
Yes, the PGA is riddled with non-WIRE loving imbeciles, too.
The winners will be announced January 24th at a Motel 6 in Bakersfield.
