The Fantasy Film Studio League Season Has Begun!

With the official draft last night, the third season of the Fantasy Film Studio League began. It was a lot of fun, and I sincerely thank everyone who opted to play this year. One could tell by the picks chosen that folks had done their homework this year. This was awesome to see, and I hope for all of us that we actually get to see most of the films we supported and researched. I say most, becuase there are still some pieces of crap in here. Or maybe not... One never knows.

There certainly was some agreement on which films would lead the charge this year. Several films were picked over in the first few rounds by multiple movie moguls looking to lock in the lead this year. Below are some of the highlights:

Inception - Chosen in 8 categories, in 6 different studios
127 Hours - Chosen in 7 categories, in 5 different studios
The King's Speech - Chosen in 7 categories, in 5 different studios
The Social Network - Chosen in 6 categories, in 3 different studios

Some moguls had interesting drafting strategies. One chose to draft for their Best Original Score and Best Song categories in Rounds 3 and 4, but chose to wait for their acting categories until the last few rounds. One mogul opted to give up Toy Story 3 for Best Picture, choosing The Black Swan instead. The Black Swan, by the way was chosen in 7 categories, in 5 different studios (Toy Story 3 was quickly snapped up in the next pick. Only time will tell how that move will pay off). Also, somehow, Tron: Legacy was chosen for several awards!

Between the over abundance of food, and one mogul's determination that he receive "two minutes" for every single pick he had, the night proved fun and silly. I hope the season will prove as enjoyable for everyone involved. Be sure to check back here for updates on the season as well as movie reviews, and party preparations for the big night - The Academy Awards. Ann and I will be hosting our annual gala and we look forward to capping the night with the announcing of the winner of the 2010 Fantasy Film Studio League!

Good luck to everyone!

Cheers,

Danny.

Two Weeks Until The Draft!

Hey Film Fans:

We have two weeks left before the Fantasy Film Studio League Draft. Once everyone responds with their RSVP, I'll send out the drafting sheets. Then it will be up to each of you to review the films released in 2010 (and those yet to be released) in order to build your studio. The draft sheets should help you collect your thoughts and plan for the draft. Like last year, we're going to do a serpentine draft based on drafting order picked by random number generator.

This should be an interesting year for the Film League. Without clear front runners like Avatar and The Hurt Locker this year, the field is a little more wide open. There are some indie darlings, of course, but nothing with both critical and commercial success. Unless you count Toy Story 3.

I am really looking forward to draft night and to the League this year. I will be working to put more information on this blog this year and to keep the updates coming. See you all in a few weeks!