These Films Are the “Worst Picture of the Year” and the “Best Picture of the Year” Winners Since 1980, and We Couldn’t Agree More
1980: ‘Ordinary People’ and ‘Can’t Stop the Music’
Ordinary People is a true gem of 1980s cinema. It’s a deeply moving family drama that tugs at your heartstrings and leaves a lasting impact. What’s really striking about the film is how it explores the complex dynamics of family relationships.
On the other end of the cinematic spectrum was Can’t Stop the Music. This movie inspired publicist John J.B. Wilson and his friends to organize a new award show that awarded only the worst films of the year. The first Razzies ceremony was held in Wilson’s living room, and since then, the Razzies have become a yearly tradition, giving recognition to the worst movies.
1981: ‘Chariots of Fire’ and ‘Mommie Dearest’
Chariots of Fire is a historical drama film based on the true events of the British Olympic team at the 1924 Summer Olympics in Paris. It explores themes of identity in a way that’s deemed both inspirational and entertaining by the critics.
Mommie Dearest, however, despite having a serious subject matter, turned out to be a movie that people couldn’t stop chuckling over. Watching Dunaway portray Crawford with those exaggerated eyebrows and over-the-top expressions was like watching a caricature come to life.
1982: ‘Gandhi’ and ‘Inchon’
The film Gandhi chronicles the life of Mahatma Gandhi, an Indian activist renowned for his advocacy of nonviolent resistance. It was praised for accurately portraying Gandhi’s life and his philosophies and is still remembered as one of the greatest biographical films ever made.
Inchon is, however, the movie that time forgot. While it was intended to be an epic production, it’s widely regarded as one of the most expensive films ever made that didn’t perform well at the box office.
1983: ‘Terms of Endearment’ and ‘The Lonely Lady’
Terms of Endearment is a romantic comedy-drama film done right. The movie deals with dynamics such as love, loss, family, and coming of age and is regarded as a classic of its genre. The film still continues to be a popular choice among fans of romantic dramas.
The Lonely Lady is a drama film directed by Peter Sasdy that was released in 1983. The film became an unintended comedy, offering a below-average cinema experience.
The Academy Awards, commonly known as the Oscars, honor the great minds of the film industry. The Golden Raspberry Awards, or the Razzies, is a more fun counterpoint to the Oscars and has been awarding the Worst Picture of the Year since 1980. Here we’re diving deep into the archives of the cinematic world to bring to you the most unforgettable (good and bad) movies the world of cinema has to offer. From iconic classics to cringe-worthy flops, we’ll go through it all together. Get ready for some surprises, hilarious snubs, and much more.