Today, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced that the 2010 Oscars will have not five…but TEN Best Picture nominations!

This is insanity, and save for publicity value, I don’t exactly see the logic behind it. I suppose behind-the-scenes they figure having ten Best Picture noms equates more promotional power for theatrical box office, more advertising clout for DVD releases, and thus, more money.  Surprise, surprise.

As much as the press release references nostalgic roots and overall fairness, I don’t buy it.  Every year, Jimmy and I make our “Top Ten” lists, as I’m sure you do, but I’ve never had a list that ALL deserved the sacred nod.  What do ya’ll think?

Special thanks to super fan Max Elliot for sending in this story!