Hathaway and Franco to Host Oscars

James Franco and Anne Hathaway have been tapped to host the 2011 Oscars. The producers decided to go with the young stars, because they are very hot right now and on the rise. They want the night to be a "celebration of film," and they feel that Franco and Hathaway will successfully make that happen.

The idea to use actors rather than comedians has been the trend for a number of years now. Last year, Steve Martin and Alec Baldwin hosted; and before that it was Hugh Jackman. It seems that the Academy is going back to the trend that was popular in the 50s, 60s, and 70s.

The producers have also chosen these young actors, because there is a chance that they may be nominated for an award as well; Franco for his role in "127 Hours," and Hathaway for her role in "Love & Other Drugs." It wouldn't be the first time a host has also been nominated, and it keeps the show entertaining.

The goal for this year is to cut back the length of the show even more. In past years, the show has run as long as four hours, and that is just not something that can happen again. There are a number of awards that have been moved to another event, and the hope is that it will aid in the shortening of the show.

Will you be tuning in to this years show?


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