To be exact, they were first handed out in 1929, almost a whole century ago.

These aren’t exactly atrocious films, but they sure haven’t aged particularly well, either.

Not that anyone would bother, anyway.

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Like all the greats, however, he wasn’t exempt from fault.

Unfortunately, this includesThe Broadway Melody, one ofthe worst musicals of the 20th century.

It’s how the film industry, including awards ceremonies like the Oscars, has evolved.

Irene Dunne as Sabra and Richard Dix as Yancey in Cimarron (1931)

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The Greatest Show on Earth Film Poster

The Broadway Melody