The film emerged from Toronto as virtually every pundit’s Best Picture frontrunner.
Oscar loves a saint, but in the supporting categories at least, they love losers even more.
It’s difficult not to be cynical about a contest that’s so easily manipulated by hype and publicity.
This year’s slate of contenders indicates voters are ready to see the men behind the monsters.
As in most heist movies, we are sympathetic to the robbers.
The Town is a fatuous star vehicle that leaves little doubt about who gets the most soulful close-ups.