“You like me, you really like me!” As if Sally Field wasn’t already lovable enough, she charmed the entire world when she accepted the Best Actress Award at for her performance in 1984’s Places in the Heart at the 57th Academy Awards. (She previously won for her work in Norma Rae. Take a look:
The power of a great Academy Awards acceptance speech is that it can transcend experience and be universally relatable. Movies are entertainment to be sure, but they also have the power to enact true societal change. A great acceptance speech can make you laugh, make you cry, and, most importantly, make you think. They sometimes stick with viewers long after the film or performance that led to their creation are forgotten. This playlist includes a look at unforgettable Oscar speeches. Add your thoughts on all-things Oscars below. The show is about to start…