For those who watched the 83rd Annual Academy Awards Sunday night and were unimpressed, we’d like to take you back to the 61st and 62nd annual ceremonies thanks to the photography of Alan Light. Just about everybody enjoys taking a stroll down memory lane, and many times that jaunt can jog a fuzzy (and funny) sense of nostalgia. Back in ’89-’90, Natalie Portman was 7-8 years old, Kirk Douglas was 72-73 years old (I’ll let that sink in), Demi was still with Bruce, Tom Cruise wasn’t worshipping aliens, and River Phoenix was alive. The 61st edition was notable for not having a host while Rain Man swept most of the major categories. The 62nd ceremony saw Billy Crystal MC while Driving Miss Daisy picked up the most wins. Enjoy these rare red carpet and behind the scenes pics after the jump!

Growing up is hard. Especially when you’re famous at a very early age. Many child actors are unable to lead a normal childhood and turn to the fast lane, Hollywood lifestyle of drugs and booze. Some, like Drew Barrymore, are able to pull out of the tailspin, some fade into oblivion (to the dismay of their fans), and others look like they’ve never aged! Hell, you might be watching a child star on your TV or in the theater later and not even know it! So, buckle up, hop in our DeLorean, ‘cuz we’re doin’ a little time travel with these “Then and Now” pics of famous faces.

As Oscar night approaches, I’m in the midst of doing my usual handicapping of who I think will win in in which category. But I already know who I’m rooting for in the Best Actress and Supporting Actress categories.

After the amazingness that was this year’s The Dark Night, movie nerds the world over are awaiting director Chris Nolan’s inevitable followup. Since the movie made a pile of money, was a critical darling and even generated posthumous Oscar buzz for Heath Ledger, you can bet your ass they’re making a third Batman. The only question is… Click to read more