The 82nd Golden Globe Awards are approaching, and several films are vying for top honors. Emilia Pérez, Conclave, Anora, and The Brutalist lead the nominations, setting the stage for a highly anticipated event.
Film Acting Nominations
Zendaya is nominated for her role in Challengers, while Timothée Chalamet competes for his portrayal of Bob Dylan in A Complete Unknown. Furthermore, Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande are both nominated for their performances in Wicked. Additionally, Daniel Craig is in the running for Queer, and Nicole Kidman is nominated for Babygirl. Moreover, Kate Winslet earned two nominations, for Lee and The Regime. Selena Gomez also received two nominations for Emilia Pérez and Only Murders in the Building.
The Globes Kick Off Awards Season
The Golden Globes mark the start of the awards season. The ceremony will take place at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles. For UK viewers, the event will air live at 01:00 GMT on Monday. Notably, winning a Globe can boost a film’s profile during a critical period when Oscar and Bafta voters prepare their ballots.
Top Film Contenders
Emilia Pérez leads with 10 nominations, followed by The Brutalist with 7, and Conclave with 6. Other notable contenders include Anora, The Substance, and Challengers.
Drama and Comedy/Musical Categories
As is tradition, the Golden Globes split their film categories into drama and comedy/musical. In the drama section, The Brutalist and Conclave stand out as the top contenders. Additionally, Nickel Boys and September 5 are also in the running. Meanwhile, in the comedy/musical category, Anora, The Substance, and A Real Pain are key competitors.
Actor Nominations
With 36 acting nominations available, the Golden Globes offer a broader range of opportunities than the Oscars. British nominees this year include Daniel Craig (Queer), Kate Winslet (Lee), and Ralph Fiennes (Conclave). Nicole Kidman, Demi Moore, Timothée Chalamet, and Zendaya are also among the nominated actors.
Supporting Actor and Actress Nominations
In the supporting categories, Ariana Grande and Selena Gomez are both nominated for best supporting actress for their roles in Wicked and Emilia Pérez, respectively. Additionally, Kieran Culkin and Jeremy Strong are competing for best supporting actor.
Special Awards and Host
This year, Viola Davis will receive the Cecil B DeMille Award for her outstanding contribution to film, while Ted Danson will be honored with the Carol Burnett Award for excellence in television. As for the ceremony itself, it will be hosted by comedian Nikki Glaser, known for her sharp wit and humor.
How to Watch the Golden Globes
For US viewers, the Golden Globes will be broadcast live on CBS and streamed on Paramount+ with Showtime. Meanwhile, UK audiences can catch highlights on social media or in news bulletins on Monday morning.
