After a full year free from disruptions such as strikes or pandemics, Hollywood has resumed its standard lineup of events, featuring a lively and chaotic Golden Globes ceremony. Known for its light-hearted and less formal approach compared to other award shows, the Golden Globes has regained its footing following the controversies surrounding the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. Following a rather lackluster event in January of last year, this year’s Golden Globes made amends by providing nominees and viewers with an experience that was both fresh and nostalgic.
Stand-up comedian Nikki Glaser, making history as the first solo female host of the show, kicked off with a bold and witty opening monologue. From discussing the potential candidates for the 2024 Presidential election to tackling the #MeToo movement, she didn’t shy away from any topic. Her energy was lively and quick-witted from the get-go. Glaser swiftly touched upon various subjects, ranging from Timothée Chalamet’s thin mustache to the viral holding space interview of “Wicked” stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo. In doing so, she successfully brought the Golden Globes back to its traditionally entertaining state.
This year, an exciting and fresh feature was integrating trivia about winners and presenters onto the screen as they approached the stage. These graphic displays served multiple purposes: they kept viewers at home involved, filled in the gaps that can make award shows seem interminable, and provided interesting tidbits of information. For instance, it was revealed that Ariana DeBose was a contestant on “So You Think You Can Dance,” Colman Domingo once performed on stilts for the circus, and Demi Moore owns an extensive collection of vintage dolls.
The Golden Globes is forging a new path with an abundance of tequila (as suggested by Kieran Culkin), a potentially awkward encounter between Vin Diesel and Dwayne Johnson, exquisite Nobu sushi, and an enhanced production experience that incorporates angled cameras and a bird’s-eye view similar to Google Maps, revealing each nominee’s seat in the ballroom. Nick Glaser humorously ridiculed using a Pope’s miter as a prop, imitating the “Popular” song from “Wicked,” and maintained a leaderboard to showcase who was being thanked in acceptance speeches. Although Ariana Grande didn’t quite catch Nick Glaser’s marijuana joke directed at Harrison Ford, and the interaction between Seth Rogen and Catherine O’Hara lingered longer than necessary, the event never felt bogged down or, even worse, unappealing.
Few surprises marked this year’s awards ceremony; however, we did encounter a few exceptions. Jeremy Allen White failed to appear to collect his yet another award for his performance in “The Bear.” Most recipients appeared genuinely elated. One such moment was Demi Moore’s first-time win as best actress in a musical or comedy for “The Substance.” During her moving speech, she expressed gratitude, saying, “I’ve been acting for over 45 years, and this is the first time I’ve ever won anything.” This moment stood out among others.
In the realm of television, I found myself utterly captivated by “Shōgun” during the Emmys last September, a series that truly shone, taking home an impressive four awards. Tadanobu Asano, Anna Sawai, and Hiroyuki Sanada were among the deserving recipients of these accolades for their exceptional performances. Notably, “Shōgun” also clinched the drama series award. On the cinematic side, Fernanda Torres’ victory as best actress in a drama for “I’m Still Here” was a heartening surprise and well-deserved recognition. Lastly, it seems that “The Brutalist” has cemented its position as the clear favorite for this year’s Oscars.
All in all, the event progressed briskly, featuring concise and delightful speeches, along with limited interruptions from Glaser. The Golden Globes turned out as expected: a festive, lively gathering. Lasting slightly over three hours, it was indeed everything we hoped for.
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2025-01-06 08:16