High and Low Moments at the 95th Oscars
The 95th Oscars delivered a night full of highs and lows, leaving viewers on the edge of their seats. The Academy broke with 62 years of tradition by swapping out the usual red carpet for a new "champagne" color, which resulted in lackluster looks and underwhelming contrast. Meanwhile, host Jimmy Kimmel nailed his third-time gig, delivering a solid cold open filled with topical one-liners, acknowledgments, and good-dumb dad jokes. One of the most emotional moments of the 95th Oscars night was the Everything Everywhere All At Once star's win, which managed to mine fresh feelings despite sweeping every possible precursor. In contrast, corporate overlord Disney brazenly inserted a free ad for their latest live-action project in the midst of the awards show, leaving viewers feeling as though they were watching a commercial. Justice for Jenny the donkey was served when she joined Kimmel on stage in an Emotional Support Animal vest, prompting cheers from the whole