As a long-time television enthusiast who has spent countless hours watching and analyzing shows from all corners of the globe, I must say that this year’s Emmy Awards left me both elated and perplexed.
2024’s Emmy Awards aimed to share recognition by honoring various aspects of television. It acknowledged timeless, cherished shows and enduring characters such as cops, parents, coaches, among others. Moreover, it recognized current TV productions that took daring creative leaps, with “Baby Reindeer” winning in the limited-series category and “Shōgun,” a dominating winner in drama categories, receiving a total of 18 Emmys for its meticulous reinterpretation of the 1980 miniseries. There were unexpected victories too, like “Hacks” being crowned Best Comedy Series and acting awards for Lamorne Morris from “Fargo” and Liza Colón-Zayas from “The Bear.” However, as with any Emmys, there were definitely some less impressive moments, and the reference to the odd Johnnie Walker Blue product placement that didn’t seem to fit an awards ceremony is a nod to one of those instances.
Revised: Eugene and Dan Levy’s hosting performance was far from shocking or offensive; instead, it was quite pleasant. Some jokes were spot-on, such as their playful banter about missed roles. However, a few jokes didn’t quite hit the mark, particularly during the monologue where they seemed to be finding their rhythm. But overall, they managed the gig skillfully without any significant hiccups. A suggestion for next time, should they have another opportunity: They might consider swapping glasses frames to see if viewers notice the change.
To kick off the evening’s festivities, the charismatic trio consisting of Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez took the stage to present the first award. Their on-screen camaraderie from the series “Only Murders in the Building” translated beautifully into their presentation, showcasing a chemistry that is rarely found among awards show hosts. The pairing of Martin and Short brought their signature wit and humor, with Martin poking fun at fellow actors and Short responding with industry-related jokes – for instance, Martin jokingly stating “Whenever I see an actor I don’t know, I just say ‘I loved you in that scene with Nicole Kidman,’ and nine times out of ten, I’m right.” Gomez playfully interjected, expressing her amusement at their antics by saying “Do you see what I have to put up with every day?” The audience was delighted, and we can’t help but hope that this dynamic trio will one day host the Oscars together. Thank you in advance for making that dream a reality!
Colin Farrell urges you to keep an eye out for “The Penguin” as he’s coming back on your screens soon! However, don’t expect any witty banter from him and he won’t linger after presenting the Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series. This news is both disheartening and something I must reluctantly accept given his exceptional performance in “The Penguin”.
Matt Berry was shockingly snubbed by the Emmys! After finally recognizing his delightful curmudgeon act, they unexpectedly took it back. It’s a disgrace! Can’t people tell great comedic acting when they see it? Doesn’t it matter to anyone anymore? Congratulations to Jeremy Allen White, we suppose. (It’s also worth mentioning that D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai was overlooked as well.)
At the Emmy Awards, D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai, nominated for Best Actor in a Comedy for Reservation Dogs, made a powerful statement without uttering a word. He sported a red-paint handprint on his face, symbolizing the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) movement. Native Hope, an organization dedicated to the cause, explains that this red handprint stands for “the unheard voices of missing sisters” and “the media and law enforcement silence amidst this crisis.” Both Reservation Dogs and True Detective: Night Country tackled this longstanding issue during their runs, with Woon-A-Tai keeping the conversation ongoing even after these series concluded.
HIGH (LITERALLY): Supporting Actress in a Drama Winner Elizabeth Debicki. She’s six-foot-three!
In a surprising turn of events, Jean Smart clinched the victory for “Hacks” over the Emmy-dominating show, “The Bear”. Even amidst Irish sensation Ayo Edebiri’s impressive performance in season two, this fresh comedy found its way to triumph. As she accepted her award, Smart expressed gratitude towards “HBO — Ma — no, HB — I apologize,” before humorously lamenting, “just what we needed, another network.
This year, the Emmys surprised everyone by recognizing “The Traitors” over their usual favorite, “RuPaul’s Drag Race”. While the latter has been a staple and even excelled in the past, it seems to have hit a creative lull. On the other hand, the Emmys decided to mix things up this time around, appreciating the quirky excitement of “The Traitors” and rightfully acknowledging the exceptional hosting skills of Alan Cumming. So long, Ru!
John Oliver skillfully managed to time his casual mention of the family pet in a way that was both amusing and unfortunate. As he reached the climax of his story – a tale, much like many dog stories, revolving around the death of their beloved pet – the Emmys orchestra started playing him off with a somber tune. It was a case of impeccable comedic timing, tinged with sadness that we share over the loss of the family dog.
It’s quite unusual that the SNL tribute was aired immediately following its loss for the Outstanding Variety Sketch Show category. This timing could have been easily adjusted to avoid such an awkward situation. Lorne Michaels, who is known as Lauren in this context, deserved more thoughtful treatment in terms of show scheduling.
Steven Zaillian expressed his admiration for Italy during his Emmy acceptance speech for ‘Ripley’, praising the concept and the Italian cast and crew. He mentioned that working in Italy, a popular shooting location due to its incentives, was an unparalleled experience. However, he failed to mention any desire for another season.
LOW: Gael García Bernal and Diego Luna announcing only one award. Let the hottie BFFs host!
LOW: The Emmys honor stereotypical television characters. As Richard Gadd mentioned in his acceptance speech for Baby Reindeer, TV should push boundaries. “There’s no blueprint to this,” he said. However, the Emmys event tonight seems to be celebrating TV clichés instead, praising all the intricate, eccentric, and highly specific characters we adore by grouping them into vague categories and labeling them with single words. For instance, they have “TV mom,” “TV dad,” and “TV villain.” Why not place Kathy Bates on a stage alongside Anthony Starr? Why not bring up the wide array of TV doctors but then make an unexpected choice by selecting Mindy Kaling as one of them? (Does anyone remember Grey’s Anatomy?)
In simpler terms, this passage describes a commercial break at the Emmy awards where Ebon Moss-Bachrach was shown at a fancy bar, which initially seemed like a nod to TV characters in food service. However, it turned out to be an advertisement for Johnnie Walker Blue Label that was deemed intrusive and disappointing by the viewers. The actors Taylor Zakhar Perez and Martin Short were also involved in this ad, with some awkward dialogue about responsible drinking. The passage concludes with a plea to the Emmys not to interrupt the celebration of TV with advertisements for other products.
John Leguizamo’s spirited tribute to diversity at the Emmys kicked off with a witty jibe about being a DEI hire. He clarified that DEI represents “dedication, exceptionalism, and innovation,” setting the stage for his remarks. Leguizamo highlighted nominees such as Issa López, Sofía Vergara, and Kali Reis as examples of the TV Academy’s progress in this area, noting that this year’s nominees were among the most diverse in Emmy history. Well done, TV Academy! Liza Colón-Zayas took home the award! (She’s fantastic!) However, there was scant recognition of the fact that relatively few non-white performers actually win Emmys, and by the time Leguizamo introduced TV Academy president Cris Abrego, the length and enthusiasm of the tribute seemed somewhat out of sync with the current state of affairs.
Suggestion: You mentioned coaches, right? Sure, we’re talking about Olympians here, that’s great. However, I can’t help but wonder if there’s a way, any way possible, to have Kyle Chandler involved too. Perhaps arrange for him to fly over? Or maybe set up Zoom for his appearance? Go the extra mile, just like Coach Taylor would! Kudos to the one who added Kenny Powers into the graphic for this segment as well. (Shout-out to the clever graphic designer!)
It’s disappointing that Andrew Scott didn’t receive a nomination for his outstanding performance in “Ripley.” Richard Gadd delivered an emotional performance in “Baby Reindeer,” but Scott surpassed that by transforming a character we thought was familiar into a completely different, ominous figure. Given the Emmys’ failure to recognize him for his exceptional work on “Fleabag,” it seems unusual not to acknowledge another equally remarkable portrayal. Emmys, could you perhaps clarify your decision-making process?
I’m thrilled to share the news – Hiroyuki Toranaga, Mariko, and Shogun have all triumphed! If you weren’t already aware, Shogun garnered an impressive 25 Emmy nominations during its debut season, and last weekend at the Creative Arts Emmys, it took home a total of 14 awards. However, the ceremony didn’t seem to capitalize on this success as effectively as I would have liked.
WHOA: Hacks wins best comedy! RIP “is The Bear really a comedy?” discourse, killed when a show everyone agrees is a real comedy wins in the best-comedy category. It shouldn’t be that surprising — Hacks is exactly the kind of series the Emmys traditionally recognize, with its appealing combo of beloved elder Hollywood stateswoman Jean Smart, jokes about millennials, and navel-gazing Hollywood industry story lines. But The Bear has been on such a roll over the past two years, and the season it was nominated for this time (its second, the one with “Fishes” and “Forks”) received near-universal critical acclaim and became an enormous success for FX. It seems The Bear flew too close to the sun, though. Season three got rockier reviews, and a fluke of timing meant Emmy voters were meant to be voting for season two even though season three was almost certainly foremost in their minds. Hacks, meanwhile, had the benefit of chugging along nearly discourse-free in its third season. Sometimes that’s what it takes to win: enough people who both know and like a show, and no big argument about where it belongs on the ballot.
It’s unfortunate but not shocking that Reservation Dogs, a show truly deserving of recognition, didn’t receive the Emmys it deserved. If only the voters could have coordinated themselves to acknowledge this brilliant series in its final moments. With heavyweights like Hacks and The Bear dominating the scene, it was a long shot for Reservation Dogs. However, it outshone most of its competition and its performances were exceptional, deserving more accolades. Come on, TV Academy, step up your game!
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2024-09-16 08:54