The 81st Golden Globe Awards took place on January 8th, 2023, marking a return to form for the ceremony after years of controversy. Hosted by comedian Jo Koy, the show celebrated a diverse range of films and showed that the Hollywood Foreign Press Association has taken strides to repair its reputation.
Top Contenders Emerge As Frontrunners
Going into the 2024 Golden Globes, critical darlings like “The Banshees of Inisherin” and “Everything Everywhere All At Once” were predicted to be top contenders. As award season kicked off, these films solidified their frontrunner status with multiple Globe nominations.
However, the ceremony brought some surprises as well. Flashes of hope for popcorn favorites like “Top Gun: Maverick” and “Elvis” indicated that the HFPA was expanding its horizons. And critical attention on women-centered films like “Tár” and “She Said” demonstrated a commitment to highlighting diverse stories.
| Film | Number of Nominations |
|---|---|
| Everything Everywhere All at Once | 6 |
| The Banshees of Inisherin | 5 |
| Babylon | 5 |
| The Fabelmans | 5 |
| Tár | 5 |
*Table showing top nominated films
Host Jo Koy Strikes Inclusive Tone
In the run up to the 2024 ceremony, first-time host Jo Koy emphasized the importance of representation and inclusion. As the Golden Globes sought to repair their reputation after past diversity issues, Koy’s perspective was seen as an important step in the right direction.
In promotional interviews, Koy discussed the significance of being the first Asian-American host. “It gives inspiration and hope that anything is possible,” he told ET Online. During his opening monologue, Koy brought levity to the ceremony’s scandals while underscoring the strides they had made.
“I’ll tell you why I’m here,” he quipped during his set. “I’m here because I love what the HFPA has been doing the past couple of years, with diversity and inclusion…Look, it took 80 years to get here, but it happened.”
Glitzy Moments Create Buzz on Social Media
From eye-catching red carpet fashion to candid celebrity interactions, social media was abuzz during the 2024 Golden Globes. Pop culture phenomenon “Barbie” made a splash with stars Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling hitting the red carpet in bright pink ensembles.
Their color coordination “brought Barbie’s pink party to the Globes”, according to Reuters. Fans also delighted in candid moments between first-time nominee Austin Butler and veteran Lisa Marie Presley, indicating a touching passing of the torch.
Milestones Set New Records
The 2024 Golden Globes were history making, with big wins setting new records. Taiwanese star Ke Huy Quan took home Best Supporting Actor for his emotional performance in “Everything Everywhere All at Once”, marking the first time an Asian actor has won in that category.
The film also earned Best Picture – Musical or Comedy, making it the first movie with an Asian lead to win the top prize. Other milestones included Angela Bassett becoming the first actor to win a Globe for a Marvel movie with “Black Panther”, as well asaged.
What This Means for Oscar Season
With award season kicking into high gear, Oscar prognosticators are analyzing the Globes results to predict frontrunners for the upcoming Academy Awards. Big winners like “Everything Everywhere All at Once” and “The Banshees of Inisherin” have cemented their status as top contenders.
And the love shown for crowd pleasers like “Top Gun: Maverick” and [“Elvis”] potentially forecast surprises at the Oscars as well. With a commitment to showcasing diverse talent, the Globes results indicate an exciting award season filled with glass ceiling-shattering wins.
While there were still some controversial moments, the 2024 Golden Globes indicated positive strides for the ceremony and potential shifts in the Oscars as well. After hitting historic low ratings last year, this year’s show seems to have drawn audiences back in – final viewership numbers are expected later this week. As award season momentum builds, it’s clear the Globes are still a bellwether for prestige film and must-see entertainment.
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