Introduction:
In 1944, the Hollywood Foreign Correspondents Association organized an informal ceremony to recognize the distinct achievements of the film industry. Later next year, Marina Cisternas, came up with an idea of a globe on cylindrical support, to represent the world. Now, we are all set to celebrate the 78th Golden Globe awards. This is the first year when the nominations are announced virtually, to maintain safety during the pandemic. Sarah Jessica Parker and Taraji P Henson hosted the nomination ceremony on Feb 3, 2021.
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Of course, Netflix led in both television and film nominations. In the motion picture category, The drama “Mank,” received the highest nominations– six. ” The Trial of the Chicago 7″ bagged second place of highest nominations in the motion picture category with five nominations.
Mank:
“Mank” took home nominations for best score, best film- drama, Fincher for best director, best actor for Gary Oldman, best-supporting actress for Amanda Seyfried, Jack Fincher, who wrote the script before dying in 2003, for best screenplay. Shot in black and white, it takes audiences back to Hollywood’s golden era. Moreover, it also gives a look at the making of one of the film industry’s most-celebrated gems. Mank is a biographical film that portrays the life of screenwriter Herman J Mankiewicz as he struggles with alcoholism and his unfinished script of Citizen Kane.
The Trial of the Chicago 7:
The Trial of the Chicago 7 is an American docudrama. The film dramatized the famous Chicago Seven Trial that took place after bloody riots in the city of Chicago, following an anti-Vietnam War protest. It is the 1960s after all, the time when people of the United States strongly oppose the Vietnam War. The film emphasizes this background.
On the other hand, in the television categories, the expensive yet phenomenal royal drama “The Crown” led with six nominations, followed by the beloved sitcom, “Schitt’s Creek,” with five.
The Crown:
The Crown revolves around the life of Queen Elizabeth II from her wedding in 1947 to Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, to the early 21st century. It reveals the ups and downs of the Royal Family, the romances and betrayals, and all that’s in between. There is special crafting to this series, as all seems to fit in place naturally, while still creating a true piece of art.
Schitt’s Creek:
Generally based on one line idea of a rich family getting broke. And, finally having to live in a sad place called Schitt’s Creek. The Canadian-comedy produced by co-creators Eugene and Dan Levy has aged like a fine wine and has gotten bigger with age. Being a darling comedy with record-breaking nine awards at the Emmy Awards, Schitt’s Creek gets five nods for the golden globe.
Best Performance in a Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television:
The unforgettable former teacher-turned meth maker character in breaking bad, Bryan Cranston is yet again nominated for the golden globe. He will be competing against Jeff Daniels for “The Comey Rule”, Hugh Grant for “The Undoing”, Mark Ruffalo for “I Know This Much is True” and Ethan Hawke for “The Good Lord Bird”
Normal People’s Daisy received a nod for Best Performance by an Actress in a Limited Series for her role as Marianne. The other nominees include Cate Blanchett, Shira Haas, Nicole Kidman, and Anya Taylor-Joy.
Stunned by “Emily in Paris” for nominations over “I May Destroy You“:
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Emily in Paris had all of us obsessed in October. With cute friendships, romance, beautiful city, and fashion, this rom-com has it all. Lily Collins plays the titular role of charming Emily. But does it deserve a golden globe nomination over others? This discussion has hit storms over social media.
I may destroy you explores consent in modern dating through the story of Arabella who is sexually assaulted on a night out. It is compelling and a laugh-out-loud story about bodily autonomy and mental health. Michaela Coel’s unconventional “I May Destroy You” did not receive any recognition at this year’s Golden Globes.
Special mentions:
The highlight of the nominations includes three women nominations for the best director category. Golden Globe Awards nominated Regina King for “One Night in Miami,” Chloe Zhao for “Nomadland” and Emerald Fennell for “Promising Young Woman.” This is the first time more than one woman has bagged nominations for the Golden Globes best director category.
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Chadwick Boseman who had a battle with colon cancer and passed away on August 28, 2020, received a posthumous nomination for his role in “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom.”
Anya Taylor– Joy, the lead actress of Emma and The Queen’s Gambit bags a nomination in the film and the television category for her performance. Anya Taylor-Joy, Olivia Colman, and Sacha Baron Cohen soon to potentially join a group of having scored double golden globe awards in the same year.
Director, Regina King’s first feature film showcases the brilliant Kingsley Ben-Adir as a charismatic, heartbreaking Malcolm X, the splendid Eli Goree as The Cassius Clay, Leslie Odom, Jr. as a transitional, complex Sam Cooke, and Idris Hodge as a solid contained, introspective Jim Brown. The acting is beyond good. These four gentlemen have an artifact that in twenty years will yet stand as the best performance in their repertoire.
Golden Globe Awards 2021 will be held on February 28, 2021, two months later than usual. Nevertheless, the excitement remains the same. Finally, Tina Fey and Amy Poehler will be hosting it. Veteran actor Norman Lear will receive the Carol Burnett Award for his lifetime of achievement. Meanwhile, actress or activist Jane Fonda will be presented the Cecil B. DeMille Award for her outstanding contributions to the industry. This is the first bi-coastal ceremony. During which Tina Fey will be hosting from New York and Amy Poehler will be hosting from Beverley Hills.
