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A Supersweet Up-Inspired Party

Majell del Castillo designs absolutely beautiful events, but we were blown away (up, up, and away, that is) when we spotted the Up-inspired birthday bash she recently created.

Majell del Castillo designs absolutely beautiful events, but we were blown away (up, up, and away, that is) when we spotted the Up-inspired birthday bash she recently created. "We were mostly inspired by vintage details from the first 15 minutes of the movie," Majell says. "The props were mostly DIY projects that were on the vintage side, from globes to grape soda and 'Ellie badges.'" But our favorite details have to be the balloon-inspired sweets, including an awesome house with macaron balloons and the cutest cupcakes around. Keep reading to check out how Majell went above and beyond with this bash.

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Movies

How Many of the Best Picture Nominees Have You Seen?

Four? Seven? All 10? We were recently taking our own tally at Sugar HQ, and several editors have been trying to squeeze in last-minute viewing parties of the Oscar nominees they've missed out on before tonight's big award gets handed out.

Four? Seven? All 10? We were recently taking our own tally at Sugar HQ, and several editors have been trying to squeeze in last-minute viewing parties of the Oscar nominees they've missed out on before tonight's big award gets handed out.

But what about you? Hopefully, by now you've already seen the ones most likely to win, but take my poll, and tell me how many you've seen. Here's the full list of titles to refresh your memory: Up, Avatar, The Hurt Locker, The Blind Side, An Education, Inglourious Basterds, A Serious Man, District 9, Precious, and Up in the Air.

And don't forget to tune in later as I'll be blogging live during the ceremony. I can't wait!

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Our Oscar Nomination Evaluation, Camila Alves Talking Sex After Baby, and Posh's Adorable Outing!

The 2010 Oscar nominations are out and we're here with the three biggest headlines from the list!

The 2010 Oscar nominations are out and we're here with the three biggest headlines from the list! Plus, video of Victoria Beckham's sweet beach outing with her sons over the weekend and Camila Alves talking about her and Matthew McConaughey's 40-day post-baby sex break. Watch it all on PopSugar Rush!

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Camila's No-Sex Stint, Jessica's Awkward Ashton Kiss, & Posh's Beach Playdate

Camila Alves is giving up sex with Matthew McConaughey for 40 days to give her postpregnancy body a rest, Jessica Alba feels funny kissing Ashton Kutcher since she is friends with Demi Moore, and Victoria Beckham goes barefoot to play with her boys on the beach!

Camila Alves is giving up sex with Matthew McConaughey for 40 days to give her postpregnancy body a rest, Jessica Alba feels funny kissing Ashton Kutcher since she is friends with Demi Moore, and Victoria Beckham goes barefoot to play with her boys on the beach!

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Buzz's Oscar Nominee Predictions: Best Picture

We're finally closing in on the big day: the announcement of nominees for this year's Oscars!
Nominee Predictions for the 2010 Academy Award for Best Picture

We're finally closing in on the big day: the announcement of nominees for this year's Oscars! It all goes down this Tuesday, and I've been counting down my picks for who might end up on the Academy's final ballot. A few of the contenders seem pretty obvious — James Cameron for a Best Director nod? Well, obviously! But now let's head into murkier territory with the Best Picture race. This category seems more up in the air than the others (pardon the pun), especially as this year marks the first time since 1943 that we'll have ten films facing off for the title. Here's who I'm thinking will (or should) make the cut.

Movies

Best of 2009: What's Your Favorite Children's Movie?

This year we were treated to a bevy of new animated classics.

This year we were treated to a bevy of new animated classics. We saw a favorite children's book retold on the big screen, a fairy tale with memorable makeover, and a brand-new, foxy hero as leading man of his own fantastic story. Each of these films made for a good time at the movies with the kids, but we want to know which nabbed the title of favorite in your house? Keep casting your vote for all your top picks of the year — check out the rest of my Best of 2009 polls!

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What Is the Best Animated Movie of 2009?

This year seemed to have particularly strong animated films.

This year seemed to have particularly strong animated films. They were visually mesmerizing (Coraline), provided a few tearful moments (Up), and most catered to our adult sense of humor, too (Fantastic Mr. Fox). No wonder several are being considered for an Oscar! Tell me, which did you enjoy most?

Don't forget to vote on all of my Best of 2009 polls!

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Who Is the Best Villain of 2009?

As nice as it is to root for heroes in movies, it's always devilish good fun to meet the villains (and sometimes root for them too).

As nice as it is to root for heroes in movies, it's always devilish good fun to meet the villains (and sometimes root for them too). This year, we had the diabolical (Christopher Waltz), the demonic (Megan Fox), and the ridiculously funny (Ken Jeong). Vote for your favorite movie villain of 2009, and make sure you also vote on all my best of polls!

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Buzz In: Which Animated Movie Is Most Oscar-Worthy?

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences issued a press release today, announcing that 20 films have been submitted for Best Animated Film consideration at this year's Oscars.

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences issued a press release today, announcing that 20 films have been submitted for Best Animated Film consideration at this year's Oscars. This means there could be five movies competing at the awards show in March. (In the history of the category, there have typically been only three.) So who is up for the honor?

Some are obvious choices. Up, for example, comes as no surprise thanks to its huge accolades. I also think Coraline stands a chance, as well as Fantastic Mr. Fox (look for my review on Friday!). But Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel seems like a long shot — even though it hasn't hit theaters yet, so I'm just making an early prediction. (Sorry, Alvin.)

With 10 movies in the Best Picture category, I wouldn't be surprised if some of these films end up with more than one nomination. Check out the full list of animated film contenders, and tell me which you think is most deserving of an Oscar when you read more