Did Gary Busey deserve an oscar nod for his scar storytelling scene? - Surviving the Game (1994) Discussion

[–] guayabera 18 years ago

I agree. I like this movie even though the acting by even the seasoned vets is somewhat disappointing, but I've always considered that scene to be the standout moment of the movie. Its incredible acting by Busey.

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[–] NinjaJoe 18 years ago

Right on, glad you feel the same way. Definately the standout scene in the film, and Busey is on fire during it.

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[–] AvsJoe 16 years ago

Gary Busey might not deserve an Oscar for that, but it was an absolutely beautiful scene. Few are better at playing the calm psychopath than Busey; only Steve Buscemi and Christopher Walken come to mind.

Side note: this scene reminded me of Denis Leary's classic monologue in the otherwise forgettable Suicide Kings. The two scenes are surprisingly similar.

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[–] goldenspiderduck-2 16 years ago

Oh yes I know what you mean about Denis Leary's monologue. It also reminded me of the one Robert Shaw did in Jaws. They are all delivered in such a calm straight forward manner it just chills you to the bone.

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[–] the_cyberpunk 18 years ago

Did he deserve an Oscar nod? No. And you'd have to be borderline retarded to think otherwise.

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[–] NinjaJoe 18 years ago

Do I think that Gary Busey actually deserved an Oscar nomination for the film, "Surviving the Game"? No. Do I think he was Oscar-worthy during his scar storytelling scene? Absolutely.

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[–] chappy422 17 years ago

It does not compare to his role in Black Sheep... complete Oscar snub..

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[–] BigRich 17 years ago

Busey does the same act in every movie as he is crazy.

I agree. I can't remember the lines, but I recall him telling Keanu Reeves a story in the same manor in Point Break.

If I ain't mistaken, I recall him telling a story in the same manor in D.C. Cab.

Hell, didn't he tell a story last week on the red carpet and freak out Jennifer Garner? Yeah, I think so. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=krDoAUJDcKU

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[–] ChefC 16 years ago

LOL

I just had to show my appreciation for that post.

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[–] FeistyCadavr 16 years ago

Prince Henry Stout still owns Busey.

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[–] concetta-2 15 years ago

i lol'd.

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[–] magikpils 17 years ago

It was a very cool scene, and there are no cuts in it so the whole performance is one take.

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[–] prplnrpl 16 years ago

Oscars are reserved for actors... those who act. Gary Busey is bat *beep* crazy. There was no acting involved.

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[–] digital_radio_killer 17 years ago

I second the motion... Great acting in that scene. It's even more amazing in slow-mo!!! The expressions on his face are quite the sight. Well done.

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[–] martin-secker 17 years ago

Best scene in the movie. The rest of the movie sorely misses Busey, I would've loved to see more of Hauer & Busey acting together. Busey has always been a stong character actor.

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[–] poursomeex 17 years ago

http://youtube.com/watch?v=N-nVb0JaKJY

Your Welcome...

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[–] NinjaJoe 17 years ago

Thank You! You obviously see the brilliance that is Busey in this scene.

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[–] lft_tackle 17 years ago

Amazing Busey performance, I love the twisted tragic tale of Prince Henry Stout, the dinner scene contains some of my favorite lines from the movie. My favorite part might be when McGinley throws down his silverware in disgust and glares at Ice-T over something he said. This is such a hilarious movie, people need not take it so serioulsy. There is no question that this is a B-Movie but, B-Movies have many special qualites that may not be visible on the surface. Once you realize whats going on and what to look for your in for a great ride. This movie has a pretty decent cast and you have look for the subtle humor in their performances that makes this film so unique.

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[–] aceofspades70 17 years ago

Agreed.

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[–] r_cadell 16 years ago

If there's one thing you should learn in this life it's that Gary Busey ALWAYS deserves an oscar. Even for the films he's not in.

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[–] shellshock-6 16 years ago

I totally disagree. It was some of the worst acting I've ever seen. Just so contrived, I cringed all the way through it. I don't hate the movie - there were some laughable parts but it's one of those movies you sort of forgive because you grew up on it. But that scene was the absolute low point. Busey was cool in point break, but I can't think of anything else I liked him in.

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[–] cerrington1 16 years ago

He was cool in Lethal Weapon 2, Mr Joshua, bad-ass.

'Can you fly Bobby'

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[–] janX9 16 years ago

This scene had the best acting in it throughout the whole film HANDS DOWN!!! Busey friggin' nailed it!