Lost in viewing

A few nights ago B. and I watched Lost in Translation which is one of several films trying to steal the Oscar for Best Picture. I enjoy movies. I enjoy the movies I have enjoyed winning Oscars. So I’m finding it difficult to understand how a film like Lost in Translation is (in some critics opinions) is the film to beat. I did like the film but Oscar worthy? I just don’t see it. Maybe in a artsy film critic world that is what a great film is… but not in mine. Yes… the performances were good… who knew Murray had it in him? But movies are foremost about entertaining… I was much more entertained and in awe of Lord of the Rings. Maybe I’m missing something here but… I hope LOTR wins best film. Time will tell.