Fresh from it’s sweep at the European Film awards on Saturday, Jacques Audiard’s daring crime musical Emilia Pérez has dominated the Golden Globe nominations in Hollywood, taking 10, including nods for best comedy or musical, best director, and for its leading performer, karla Sofía Gascón.
Gascón plays a Mexican cartel kingpin in the film who transitions to a woman in order to fulfil her dream – and evade the local mafia. Should she win, gascón will be the first trans actor to take a film Golden globe; three years ago, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez triumphed for her role in TV show Pose.
Meanwhile Brady corbet’s epic postwar drama The Brutalist, starring Adrien Brody as a Hungarian Holocaust survivor who becomes an architect in the US, followed with seven nominations, including for Corbet, Brody and his co-star Felicity Jones.
Conclave, the papal thriller directed by Edward Berger was helped by nods for its script, direction and leading actor Ralph fiennes to third place on the scorecard, with six, while daring body horror The Substance and Cannes Palme d’Or winner Anora both took five.
Fiennes and Brody are set to face off in the leading actor category against Daniel Craig, for his turn in luca Guadagnino’s Queer, timothée Chalamet as Bob Dylan in A Complete Unknown, Sebastian Stan for trump biopic The Apprentice and Colman Domingo for prison drama Sing sing.
Hugh grant is also in contention for his show-stopping role as a mormon-baiter in horror film Heretic; Grant’s last major awards win was three decades ago,when the Globes named him best actor in a comedy or musical for Four Weddings and a Funeral.
Heretic is competing in the comedy or musical category this year, which means Grant is up against the likes of jesse Eisenberg for A Real Pain, Jesse Plemons for Kinds of Kindness, Gabriel LaBelle for Saturday Night and Stan again for A Different Man.
Winslet is also in contention for two awards this year, thanks to roles in Lee Miller biopic Lee and in HBO political satire The Regime. The TV categories were especially kind to British and irish stars, with Keira Knightley, Colin Farrell, Andrew Scott, Gary Oldman, Eddie redmayne and Ewan McGregor attracting nods for their work in, respectively, Black Doves, The penguin, Ripley, Slow Horses, The Day of the Jackal and A Gentleman in moscow.
The migration of movie stars to streaming and the small screen was further evidenced by the presence of Harrison ford, Cate Blanchett, Jodie Foster, Javier Bardem and Jake Gyllenhaal on the TV shortlists. the Bear again led small screen nominations, with five, while Shōgun and Only Murders in the Building each trailed with four.
Selena Gomez’s nod for the latter – as well as being one of Emilia Perez’s two shots for supporting actress – takes the number of double nominees this year to three.steve Martin’s fourth consecutive nomination for the same show marks his ninth Globes nod; he is yet to win.
Although Netflix was the studio with the most nominees this year across both film and TV, one of its small screen crown jewels – Baby Reindeer – took a slightly disappointing three nods, while its hit adaptation of the David Nicholls novel One Day was overlooked entirely.
Wicked, the musical adaptation currently storming the box office, received nominations for both its lead, Cynthia Erivo, and support Ariana Grande. It also found recognition in the still fairly new “cinematic and box office achievement” category,as did Gladiator II,whose supporting actor,Denzel Washington,proved to be that film’s only other nomination – and the actor’s 11th.
Washington also produced August Wilson adaptation The Piano Lesson, which had been hoped to secure nods for Malcolm Washington’s direction, as well as lead performances by John David Washington and Danielle Deadwyler, but came away empty-handed.
As well as gascón, Erivo faces competition from Amy adams for Nightbitch, Anora’s Mikey Madison, Zendaya for challengers and Demi Moore for The Substance. Moore’s comeback performance is mirrored in the dramatic categories by that of Pamela Anderson, who is nominated for The Last Showgirl, alongside Winslet, Angelina Jolie for Maria, Tilda Swinton for The Room Next Door, Nicole Kidman for Babygirl and Fernanda torres for I’m Still Here.
But there was no love for Marianne Jean-Baptiste’s performance in Hard Truths or Saoirse Ronan in The Outrun. Also shut out were Steve McQueen’s Blitz and Robert Eggers’s Nosferatu, while September 5 and Nickel Boys performed less well than expected, with just one nomination each – albeit for best drama.
They compete against Conclave,The Brutalist and two Chalamet films – A complete Unknown and Dune: Part Two. Denis Villeneuve’s sci-fi smash otherwise went rather under appreciated by Globes voters, who offered it just one other nomination, for best score. Meanwhile Wicked, Anora, Challengers, A Real Pain, The Substance and Emilia Pérez vie for best musical or comedy.
Two innovations announced on Monday suggest the Globes are further attempting to position themselves as credible rivals to the oscars.For the first time, the organisers are planning a pre-awards luncheon to celebrate their first-time nominees – which this year include Brody, Plemons, Anderson, Zoe Saldana, Seth Meyers, Richard Gadd, Kathryn Hahn and Glen Powell.
They will also host a standalone ceremony for the recipients of their lifetime achievement awards, with video highlights of Viola Davis and Ted danson picking up their Cecil B DeMille and Carol Burnett honours then played during the main ceremony. This mirrors the Academy Awards’ strategy with their annual Governors awards, which in 2024 recognised Richard Curtis and Quincy Jones.
This year’s host, comedian Nikki Glaser (whose standup special is also nominated), will preside over the 5 January ceremony, a month and a half before the Baftas on 16 February, which will again be hosted by David Tennant. The Oscars follow a fortnight later, with Conan O’Brien taking over emcee duties from Jimmy Kimmel.
What cultural impacts have the Golden Globe nominations had on depiction in the film industry?
Interview between Time.news Editor and Film Expert
Time.news Editor: Welcome, everyone! Today, we have a special guest, Dr. Anna rodriguez, a film critic and cultural historian, here to discuss the latest buzz from the Golden Globe nominations. Anna, thank you for joining us!
Dr.Anna Rodriguez: Thank you for having me! It’s a pleasure to talk about such an exciting year in film.
Editor: Let’s dive right in! Jacques Audiard’s emilia Pérez seems to be the standout at this awards season, especially after its sweep at the European Film Awards and now leading the Golden Globe nominations with ten nods, including best comedy or musical.What do you think made this film resonate so strongly?
Dr. rodriguez: Emilia Pérez is groundbreaking for many reasons.It not onyl tackles the themes of identity and transformation through the lens of a crime musical, but also does so with a compelling narrative that features a trans protagonist. Karla Sofía Gascón’s portrayal of a cartel kingpin who transitions to evade danger is both bold and poignant.The film addresses significant societal issues and reflects on the complexities of gender identity in a deeply entertaining way.
Editor: You mentioned Gascón’s role as a trans character.Should she win, she would make history as the first trans actor to win a film Golden Globe. How significant is this moment for the representation of trans performers in Hollywood?
Dr. Rodriguez: This is hugely significant! Representation matters in film, and having a trans actor nominated, especially in a lead role, marks a step forward in recognizing the talent and stories that trans individuals bring to the table. Gascón’s nomination is a testament to the industry’s evolving perspective on diversity and inclusion.It echoes Michaela Jaé Rodriguez’s triumph in TV, indicating a broader acceptance of trans narratives in mainstream media.
Editor: Absolutely! Speaking of exciting performances, Brady Corbet’s The Brutalist has seven nominations, featuring Adrien Brody as a holocaust survivor. what does this film contribute to the conversation around past narratives in cinema today?
Dr. Rodriguez: the Brutalist operates on multiple levels. It’s a poignant exploration of trauma and resilience, set against the backdrop of postwar America. The character’s journey from a survivor to an architect symbolizes the rebuilding process—both of the self and of society. Corbet beautifully intertwines personal and historical storytelling, reminding viewers of the lasting impact of history on individual lives. This kind of narrative is essential for fostering empathy and understanding in today’s world.
Editor: We’re also seeing the fierce competition in the leading actor category with so many heavyweights. How do you perceive this showdown, especially with actors like Daniel Craig and Timothée Chalamet in the mix?
dr. Rodriguez: It’s a thrilling prospect! Each actor brings a different flavor to their roles,and that diversity in storytelling is what makes this category so exciting. Daniel Craig in queer and Timothée Chalamet as Bob Dylan illustrate the breadth of artistic expression we’re seeing. This diversity allows audiences to connect with stories on various levels, whether through historical figures or fictional narratives. It’s truly reflective of the multifaceted nature of contemporary cinema.
Editor: And let’s not forget about Hugh Grant, who seems to be back in the awards conversation after years. How does this reflect the evolving landscape of actors’ careers, particularly in genres like horror and comedy?
Dr. Rodriguez: Grant’s return is a refreshing narrative. It challenges the notion that actors can only succeed in a particular lane. His role in Heretic highlights the genre-blurring that’s becoming increasingly popular—it’s a horror film with comedic elements. This trend of established actors exploring diverse genres underscores film’s fluidity and invites audiences to see them in new, unexpected ways.
Editor: with notable nominations across various mediums, such as streaming services, how do you see this shift influencing the future of film and television?
Dr. Rodriguez: The migration of big-name movie stars to streaming platforms shows a significant democratization of storytelling. It blurs the lines between film and television, allowing for richer narratives that may not have found a place in traditional cinema. Streaming services are willing to take risks on unique content, offering creators the freedom to explore unconventional stories. This evolution is reshaping the entertainment landscape,making it more inclusive and accessible.
Editor: Thank you for those insights, Anna! As we move closer to the Golden Globes, it’s clear that this year will be filled with not just exciting performances but significant cultural conversations as well.
Dr. Rodriguez: Absolutely! I’m eager to see how it all unfolds. Thanks for having me!
Editor: Thank you for joining us. We’ll definitely keep an eye on these developments in the world of film!