Trailer park: A Million Ways to Die in the West

This could be uproariously raunchy fun -- and, not incidentally, a great opportunity for Charlize Theron to showcase her heretofore underutilized flair for comedy. A Blazing Saddles for a new generation, perhaps? On the other hand: Hasn't Quick Draw already blazed that particular trail?

Today's burning question: Seth MacFarlane, threat or menace?

But seriously, folks: The ratings for last night's Oscarcast reportedly are up a whopping 19 percent over last year's show. Was it because the top races were so competitive? Or could the reason be -- dare I say it? -- Seth MacFarlane? In any event, here's my instant analysis of the extravaganza.