"Falling Slowly" winning Best Original Song Oscar®

[@Yountica]

"Fair play to those who dare to dream." "Make art." Words to live by.

[@bradcar77]

When Jon Stewart brought Marketa Irglova back out to speak, I thought that was one of the classiest things to have ever happened at the Oscars for as long as I've watched them. Great song, great performance, and a richly deserved win.

[@emmalancaster2013]

So glad you mentioned that. It was such pure class!

[@jheetman]

It was classy of him and the right thingerino to do, but did you hear Jon's comments about white people?

[@missingbitz9831]

@@jheetman Oh no, did Jon hurt your widdle white feelings?

[@jheetman]

@@missingbitz9831 Nope, the things his people espouse only motivate me more.

[@jheetman]

@@missingbitz9831 I'll bet you didn't even know that he doesn't use his real name.

[@siddharthnaagar7028]

Bringing marketa back was the most kind gesture , that girl was 19 then

[@Sybellaish]

She's beautiful and her speech was sweet. I'm glad she got a chance to talk.

[@emmalancaster2013]

@@Sybellaish she was lovely, and I am so glad she got to accept her award and give her thanks!

[@ListTube]

I believe Marketa's speech is one of the best acceptance speeches ever on the Academy Awards. Apropos and touching. And fair play to Jon Stewart... what a great gesture. A highlight moment for this award show.

[@ktykpln]

What a beautiful speech from Marketa Irglova. Totally worth it!

[@garyhutton2654]

She has an Irish accent?

[@l0vebeatx3]

"Hope, at the end, of the day connects us all, no matter how different we are." That is seriously one of the most beautiful things I've ever heard someone say.

[@joelmcnultymusic]

John Stewart showed a lot of guts and heart by doing that.

[@chutho3291]

He was a totally stand-up guy. She was played off the stage and he did the right thing by righting that wrong.

[@abbreviateddisc]

Jimmy Kimmel would never

[@JeitoPrado]

..... and she made the best Academy Awards speech of the last 10 years.

[@quiksix25]

So glad she got to make her speech because she actually had something to say, and she also got even more of a spotlight to say it

[@8ksPny]

good thing they brought her back on stage. she gave a lovely message

[@Gidget521]

"Fair play to those who dare to dream"

[@SomethingSomethingg]

I loved it she said fair play lol clearly her time in Ireland rubbed off on her

[@soncheebs]

I was fortunate enough to discover this movie during a time in my life where I truly needed inspiration in any form. I got that inspiration from the pure driven music in "Once", and I have to say seeing these two get honored on such a big, albeit manufactured stage is incredible. Simply the greatest oscar moment I have ever witnessed. Glen was nervous but genuine, and marketa was simply stunning in her grace and appreciation.

[@stickstr8up1]

Truly one of the most well-deserved awards in the history of the Oscars! And how classy for Jon Stewart to insist on bringing Marketa back on stage!

[@samuelr9050]

I saw this film today, 16 years after its release. I just want to say that it was Beautiful❤

[@Chebowlier]

Saw First time a couple days ago can't stop thinking about Love is selfish love is kind ❤

[@slavomirpjatak7649]

Marketa expecting Glen to embrace her and he went for the lady behind. ... Marketka showed a great spirit. Great song! Thanks.

[@cxssetteman182]

Well, she could probably be his Mother.

[@ThomasFasano]

@@cxssetteman182 That was his mother.

[@netartemisa]

Marketa gave one of the best speeches ever for an Oscar winner, brilliant!

[@Smileybiotch237]

Still one of my favorite moments in Oscar history.

[@sheilagavin8281]

I love Glen Hansard’s energy, heart and soul. He is a lovely person. “Falling Slowly” with Marketa Irglova together with Glen Hansard is everything. I saw this live and it was the best Oscar moment.

[@kevinsmellls]

Marketa actually said in an interview that all she wanted to say was "Thank you" and that it was a big misunderstanding, but that she was so caught up in the moment that she just thought about how she felt and gave one on the spot.

[@totoro_0__0_3]

From a 19 year old and still one of the most beautiful speeches in oscar in 30seconds ..!

[@apch13]

Jon Stewart, you're THE fucking gentleman.

[@uwcb1]

Was just thinking that

[@TheJamiealex]

Jon’s a big fan too. Very proud of him for bring her back on stage.

[@andryymusic]

he‘s just the host. i don‘t think that was his decision ;)

[@eamon2please]

@@andryymusic You're right. The decision was that of producer Gil Cates.

[@ivakuznikova8367]

Marketa is still doing music, she is a proud mom of 3 living in Iceland. I watched interview with her, she is still so humbled and nice.

[@69tomasito]

such a nice person,,,,,love the way she talks u can hear she picked up the way she talks like a dubliner

[@accountforwastingtime]

I've been a big fan of Glen Hansard's band the Frames since before Once and was in awe of this win! Thinking how big Once has gotten since with the musical is crazy. Back then, they were still no bodies who made a very cheap and very beautiful movie. This speech still makes me smile!

[@JordoF6]

I love Viggo mortensens stare at the end he's a poet himself and i'm sure Marketa's words deeply moved him.

[@ZedWhyExW]

This is such a beautiful story and journey to the Oscars for Glen and Marketa. They met when she was 13 years old and he was 31. They started officially dating around the day she turned 18 - amazing how romance can blossom like that

[@hieronymusboschful]

These guys totally stole the show that night, and this was a pretty great oscars show. Would love it if someone put up footage of their performance that night, they were just sublime.

[@olivierma2691]

Poor Marketa.. I'm already heart broken when she stand up and had no one to hug.. and then they cut off her speech! Those bastards.

[@antoniowashington6148]

I felt that Marketa should got more support then Glen because it was a team effort, not the opposite. Other than that, I believe that was the best speech ever for Marketa that really made celebrities listen and applaud more. Character is how you treat those who can do nothing for you, The only person that can do something for you is the man up above because he's makes the call in life.

[@joeysingingchannel]

I love John Stewart. For many reasons, but this only adds to them.

[@TheMega2013]

My Auntie produced this film. Her name is Martina Niland :)

[@prettysue2566]

Bull wow your aunt did a great job... wow.. say hello to her..

[@yatr7732]

say thank you to her❤

[@yanxiaosun4363]

seriously? that's pretty dope

[@optimisms]

My number 1 favorite film of all time. props to her

[@ivanmay4499]

Nice!!

[@TheSeedOfChange]

I can't even think about the movie "Once" without crying. Probably the most beautiful love story ever told and totally 100% real.

[@viktordelrey2824]

she's the only czech that ever won oscar so proud of her

[@MichalReich]

Viktor Cze And what about Miloš Forman (Amadeus etc.), Jan Svěrák (Kolja), Jiří Menzel (Ostře sledované vlaky) and the others? :-)

[@Larry_Sportello]

+Michal Reich Miloš was american at that time. He now has 2 citizenships.

[@leefedz1087]

Viktor Cze You could say she can Czech that of her list

[@ahmadabdallah2896]

@@leefedz1087 two years later and your pun is still great

[@jerrylorosae2690]

And the Czech's Oscars victory was cutting off by the producers.

[@chaoticneonchloe]

How sweet that they brought her back xo

[@Wanderw]

its been more than a decade but their speeches still make me cry whenever i stumble into this video. Such an inspiration

[@marianfunk5906]

this is and will ever be one of the most beautiful and memorable oscar moment ever.

[@dmm32552]

One of my favorite Academy Award moments of the past decade. That Oscar recognized the entire production of "Once", really one of the best love stories ever put on celluloid.

[@tjdinvt]

Jon Stewart is such a class act.

[@brianwalsh6666]

Great speech, Marketa! Yes, hope is the thing that matters in our short time on earth. Your song will be played for generations…

[@tommybass40]

These two fine artists deserved the Oscar. Easily the best win of the entire night. Congrats to Glen and Marketa!

[@LaurenGallaway]

"Hope at the end of the day connects us all" Oh!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I fell in love with this movie and I am so blessed beyond belief to see their dreams comes true!!

[@reece32100]

I'm so glad that they let her come back out and say her thank you. Too many people in the minor categories get rushed off stage too soon. Just finished watching the film the song truly moves you.

[@DoctorMeatDic]

Hansard's reaction is so genuine, no way in hell he thought he'd win. He grew up in a pretty rough working class area, so the hug for his mother is touching.The whole night for his mother must have been like a dream.

[@_MartinDahlin]

2017 and I just watched the movie for the first time. What a brilliant film, I really loved it. Plus the music is just amazing

[@JudyCZ]

I am so proud to be czech just like her! She is so amazing and with Glen they made a beautiful couple too (also the wrote a perfect song together)! Thank you Markéta and Glen, for winning it for us, we all are very proud!

[@ko0974]

They just played and sang this again tonight on irish tv she has not even aged such a classy lady

[@aidanpittman5225]

Props to Jon Stewart for giving Irglova the time to give a speech. No way would the Academy let something like that happen today, especially with how obsessed they are with the timing of the show now.

[@joeherald7319]

This win, the award, these acceptance speeches, Stewart bringing her back out...are all some good Oscar moments.

[@Wanderw]

its been years, but this still makes me cry each time i watch this

[@DragonPrincessAoife]

Still can't believe they cut her off.....

[@Tomweldonsays]

First time seeing this. I yelled out in pain when they cut her off!

[@dlh7989]

The mic or the orchestra conductor? I seriously can't believe they cut her mic off either, that is really ridiculous. At least in the conductor's defense, though, the orchestra stops playing after the first few notes, so they did try to correct themselves and give her a little more time, but she had already walked away by then.

[@DefyGravity18]

That was just horrid. Poor thing was probably mortified.

[@yanxiaosun4363]

still can't believe Glen hugged his mom instead of Mar.

[@BMags1]

I can't believe I just discovered this absolute jewel of a movie. Absolutely loved it. It gives me hope that you can still find *real* quality movies out there. I'll keep searching and hope some day I come across another film that I enjoy as much.

[@danirazo3467]

And what about the music?

[@BMags1]

+Dani Razo I've fallen in love with the music! Can't listen to enough Swell Season!

[@fayis4everlove]

+b magsanay go watch Tangerine its a trans movie and it was awesome

[@SpiraResident72017]

Well then you should watch the other two movies, the director made. Begin Again and Sing Street are just perfect

[@dangallagher256]

@@SpiraResident72017 Begin Again sucks

[@jauipop]

Love the fact that this song won (and spawned great things like Once the Musical, which is all about the music first and then the touching story)... Plus didn't know that Jon Stewart brought Marketa back on stage to say what she needed to say...!!

[@Kerrytoby]

That speech at the end by Marketa was one of the most beautiful ever delivered at the Oscars! Hope unites us all!

[@lowwfeh]

How classy to bring her out again, such a deserving winner

[@flemingcourt]

Kudos to the Academy producers for bringing her back on stage - well done!

[@MissAudreyy]

I'm crying watching this! absolutely in love with Glen and the Frames, such an amazing songwriter and Marketa was just the perfect woman to accompany him through all of this what a sweetheart.

[@Wanderw]

me too

[@varunkapoot]

Mia Dela Cruz Count me in too.

[@oliva1971]

Crying, for what? for being rude....what a sucker

[@MissAudreyy]

@@oliva1971 who is being rude? I'm Irish and I love this song and the movie and I thought that the speeches were so genuine and heartfelt!

[@oliva1971]

@@MissAudreyy Are we watching the same clip? First, "the gentlemen" ignores the lady (Marketa Irglova, coauthor of the song) when Travolta announces the winners. He ignores her and embraces a lady sitting by. Then he takes over the mic, does not mention Irglova again, takes all the time to thanks all the neighbours and finally when Irglova is supposed to take over the mic, the time is over. Luckily, the host (Jon Steward) acknowledges that by giving to her a chance to say a few words at the end. You can check this video here kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y2TEdppuja17lbc , skip the video to 2:00. I'm not Irish, nor Chzeck and I like the song.

[@Lizlica]

I just saw the movie... and you know what? They deserve it... The song is GREAT!!!

[@kennytee6882]

Thought Johnny Travolta was gonna kickstart this whole gaffe by announcing the winner as "Adele Dazeem"

[@BostonLiveMusic]

Any time I get fed up with all the depressing news and jerks in this world, I watch this clip to remind myself of the goodness that still exists. A great movie, beautiful song, such appreciation from the winners and a class act from Jon Stewart! TANKS!

[@uwcb1]

I've known Glen since about 2000, and he's as nice, and genuine a guy as he was on stage. Fair play to the both of them.

[@yanxiaosun4363]

sweet accent hhh, sounds like Indians, Tanks n Ting

[@dust_bearer]

@@yanxiaosun4363 Irish accent it is

[@lucysnow1851]

Thank you for such a lovely song. I love what Marketa says, she's so brilliant!

[@jchristopherson]

I truly hope that the Oscars changes their decision to include Best Song and all the other “minor” awards categories that they are not airing live this year. Just think you will miss a truly inspiring speech like this!

[@princessjasmineym]

After Glen his speech and cued the music, I felt so bad for her!!! It was awesome for Jon to let her have her speech and moment!

[@burfly77]

Great speech Marketa. Very well put.

[@andymac6836]

Only stumbled on this masterpiece of a film after nodding off in front of shite tv and waking to the sound of "falling slowly" at 1.00am .. Here's to erratic sleep patterns and music from the heart :)

[@StraightOuttaDublin1]

It was shot in my Home Town of Dublin. You should check out The Commitments - Glen is in that one too. It's a classic!!

[@0p3Q]

Omg Laura Linney makes this video EXRTA cute

[@dlh7989]

I always wondered why they focused so much on her haha

[@texxxxxxxx]

Also Christian Bale's eyes behind her are full of respect and admiration for Marketa

[@TripFontaine1976]

@@texxxxxxxx Isn't that Viggo Mortensen?

[@ernestabrogar4658]

Yes she did.

[@TrillianS8]

I'm glad she got a chance to go back up there and say what she had to say, they both deserve to speak and enjoy their moment. :)

[@sahib5]

Whenever I feel saddened by the state of the world - I watch this clip - and these two beautiful Full- souled artists, not to mention the heroic, inspiring and world changing Jon Stewart remind me of the good and the virtue and the beauty in this world - an I'm human beings - that is worth fighting for. "Fair play to those who dare to dream. Hope, at the end of the day connects us all." What a deeply authentic person she is - and what a poised and poignant message for her to use her moment to send into the world. I will never be finished watching this video. Sheer human goodness.

[@davidcheng88]

The whole sequence with Jon Stewart and Marketa Irglova's speech was probably the most touching and classiest moment I have seen in award ceremonies.

[@missjoke]

Aww that was the sweetest thing, coming back and saying her speech :) Their music is so beautiful

[@Countess75]

Rude that they played her off, but decent of them to bring her out after. Whoever is on that "play them off" timer needs to pay attention and develop a sense of consideration.

[@AntoniusK]

I'm proud of Marketa!

[@miamitravel]

Saw this show on Broadway many decades ago. Those minutes sitting in audiance watching that art... cried as I was a part of it. So beautiful of a show.

[@MeganWoodard1984]

:D That was so sweet to bring her out so she could do her TY's!!!

[@iamdrumgod]

Still, the best moment EVER on the Oscars, for me. It still brings chills and tears. Awesome.

[@eschelar]

Lovely and extraordinary. It's amazing because this is one of the few times I have seen actors receiving awards for films that really are a part of them rather than a job or a character. It is good that they gave her the time and she carried herself well.

[@cuchelo1]

Bringing her back out might be my favourite Oscar moment of all time.

[@Wanderw]

so humbling. i cried a bucket of tears watching this. the movie and their testimonials and the making of the movie involved the viewers in so many ways. appreciating the indi world. unexplainable

[@pialckmin]

They both are very sweet. Love the song, can't stop hearing.

[@msfrankie]

I'm SO glad he brought her back on to say her piece. that was really gracious and SUPER unusual. the Oscars are usually like : "GO GO GO!!!"

[@graemii]

They were so great and the film is so sweet. Awesome songs and talent - congratulations.

[@kasdal64]

What a wonderful moment - the best I've seen at the Oscars in years - three cheers for independent musicians indeed, and how great was it that they won against the Disney factory! I enjoyed "Enchanted" with my kids, but "Once" was a little gem, and both Glen and Marketa made the film. Anybody notice the Irish lilt in her English? I was so pleased to see her return to speak, and inspired by her eloquence. As for Glen, first time I've seen an Irishman speechless!

[@hectorsmith6680]

...Marketa is simply magnificent...& Glen thank you so much for your ART...

[@jaxanjaxan8195]

Wow... My favorite movie

[@XXplorher]

Occasionally, a proper human is afforded the opportunity to say something brilliant in the context of a situation. This was a rare moment that Ill not soon forget.

[@user-hw5ys6ng1l]

Enjoy your moment! Classy guy and Mar looked beautiful and spoke the same!

[@JamesArvanitis]

I love both! Thank you for this deep feeling... We pin our faith on independent works and musicians! Keep walking. Five stars for Marketa!

[@lewisedwards4058]

What a beautiful, gracious, humble, talented, secure young woman.

[@MuseofArcady]

Great song, great genuine speeches, & I love her dress!

[@Contrabandchords]

So heart-warming and inspirational! Love their mixture of accents as well.

[@An_Arbitrary_Miscellany]

For those who don't know - Marketa and Glen went on to write music together as The Swell Season (as well as be in a relationship for some time); and have recently come together again to produce a song called 'The Answer is Yes'. Which in the context of the movie Once, this Oscar's experience and their relationship, is (to me at least) one of the most moving and inspirational songs ever. "Dream as if you'll live forever, and live as if you'll die today. Don't worry too much about it, don't be afraid to just say Yes, yes, yes. The answer is yes."

[@themoley91]

Ten years today, I’m so thankful for all of the joy finding out about these two that night has brought into my life since.

[@bissanqwider306]

I really went in tears when he said enjoy your moment it's such a nice thing to do for a person

[@KnutLiberty]

The Oscars are famous for cutting people off, but how beautiful that she came back and spoke her piece!!! Love it!

[@nooney818]

I'd forgotten how absolutely wonderful the speeches were. And that Marketa was allowed to have her say. So rare for any awards show. Nicely done. This win made my heart swell.

[@goso03]

one of the most beautiful Oscar songs since My Heart Will Go On :)

[@quirri]

this is the most beatiful oscar moment ever. marketa was the first one ever to be re invited on stage. and she deserved it. the speech stands for itself.

[@GreenLightMe]

this should have qualified as a musical and WON for best musical

[@theolamp5312]

+GreenLightMe - I was hoping that it would be nominated for best foreign film. It was only later that I realized best foreign film actually meant best foreign language film. They would have had to do it in Gaelic to qualify. I really do think ONCE could qualify as a musical. Although I think of it as a music film, rather than a musical. It's a subtle difference, but that's the way I view it. Best wishes, Ted

[@jandelnico1310]

GreenLightMe it has a stage adaptation.

[@eamon2please]

There is no Oscar for "Best Musical."

[@dramamole]

It won a Tony for Best Musical so...

[@Nicolacurran1]

@@theolamp5312 Gaeilge is spoken in Ireland. Gaelic is spoken in Scotland.

[@ibuzio]

Great song, great movie and great musicians. Thanks Marketa & Glen

[@AshleyLowis]

That movie was a silent gem, and I'm glad it got the credit it deserves! :D I recently learned about this film, when Kris Allen performed this song, and I'm so happy I'm aware of this masterpiece.

[@megapper]

that's the shortest, most straightforward speech at the end...but so so meaningful and touching...

[@andrittoabdulghaffar8179]

This is golden. Way back when awards were given to the most authentic form of art, and before "Let it go" won best original song.

[@coyotesong]

Wow! Wow! What great artists, Glen and Marketa, and kudos to Jon for his well handled turn.

[@iamlrrr]

From a forgotten time when the Oscars meant something. Because of moments like this.

[@JudyCZ]

She is from my country! Markéta! You are amazing and with Glen you are perfect couple. Continue, struggling for our little, but pretty country! Thank you for it! Jsi skvělá a s Glenem vám to klape. Pokračuj, bojuj a zanechávej otisk naší malé, ale krásné země! Díky za to!