Celebrity reactions saved this year's boring Oscars

These celebrities knew exactly how we felt.

Published February 23, 2015 6:29AM (EST)

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As if a three-plus hour awards show dedicated to showering the rich and powerful of Hollywood weren't already enough of an eye-roll to the average viewer, the aspect that viewers are supposed to engage with -- the host's wit and performance -- petered out after the opening number.

Oddly enough, ridiculous reactions from the celebs themselves filled in for an otherwise boring show. Clint Eastwood was hardly awake and Meryl Streep was bubbly, as usual. Here are some of the best moments captured for your enjoyment in GIFs.

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By Colin Gorenstein

Colin Gorenstein is Salon's assistant editor of internet and viral content. Follow @colingorenstein or email cgorenstein@salon.com.

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By Sarah Gray

Sarah Gray is an assistant editor at Salon, focusing on innovation. Follow @sarahhhgray or email sgray@salon.com.

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