Jacques Audiard’s groundbreaking musical, Emilia Pérez, dominates the 82nd Golden Globe nominations, leading the pack with an impressive ten nods. This audacious film centers on a Mexican drug lord’s gender transition journey and has already garnered significant acclaim, including the Best European Film award at the European Film Awards and a historic Best Actress win for Karla Sofía Gascón at Cannes. The Golden Globe nominations recognize Emilia Pérez in major categories such as Best Motion Picture (Musical or Comedy), Best Director, and Best Actress (Musical or Comedy) for Gascón. Its nominations far outpace other prominent contenders, including the musical adaptation of Wicked, the papal thriller Conclave, and the post-war epic The Brutalist.
The Golden Globe nominations also highlight several other noteworthy films. Two critically acclaimed films, Anora and The Substance, each secured five nominations. The controversial Donald Trump-focused drama, The Apprentice, also garnered attention with acting nominations for both Sebastian Stan and Jeremy Strong. Stan further received a Best Actor nod in the Musical or Comedy category for his role in A Different Man. The diverse range of nominated films underscores the breadth of cinematic offerings in the past year, spanning genres from musicals and thrillers to historical dramas and biopics.
The nominations for the 82nd Golden Globe Awards were announced by Mindy Kaling and Morris Chestnut, setting the stage for the awards ceremony scheduled for January 5th. Hosted by comedian Nikki Glaser, the Golden Globes kick off the awards season, which culminates with the Oscars in March. The ceremony promises a night of celebration and recognition for achievements in film and television, highlighting both established talents and rising stars.
In the film categories, the nominees for Best Motion Picture – Drama include The Brutalist, A Complete Unknown, Conclave, Dune Part Two, Nickel Boys, and September 5. Competing for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy are Anora, Challengers, Emilia Perez, A Real Pain, The Substance, and Wicked. The Best Director category recognizes the visionary work of Jacques Audiard (Emilia Perez), Sean Baker (Anora), Edward Berger (Conclave), Brady Corbet (The Brutalist), Coralie Fargeat (The Substance), and Payal Kapadia (All We Imagine As Light).
The acting categories showcase a diverse array of talent. Nominated for Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama are Adrien Brody, Timothée Chalamet, Daniel Craig, Colman Domingo, Ralph Fiennes, and Sebastian Stan. Contending for Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture – Comedy Or Musical are Jesse Eisenberg, Hugh Grant, Gabriel LaBelle, Jesse Plemons, Glen Powell, and Sebastian Stan. In the Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama category, the nominees include Pamela Anderson, Angelina Jolie, Nicole Kidman, Tilda Swinton, Fernanda Torres, and Kate Winslet. Vying for Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture – Comedy Or Musical are Amy Adams, Cynthia Erivo, Karla Sofía Gascón, Mikey Madison, Demi Moore, and Zendaya.
The Golden Globe nominations also extend to the realm of television, recognizing outstanding achievements in various categories. Nominated for Best Television Series – Drama are The Day of the Jackal, The Diplomat, Mr and Mrs Smith, Shogun, Slow Horses, and Squid Game. Contending for Best Television Series – Comedy Or Musical are Abbott Elementary, The Bear, The Gentlemen, Hacks, Nobody Wants This, and Only Murders in the Building. The television acting categories feature a similar breadth of talent, with nominees representing a diverse range of shows and genres. The Golden Globes offer a comprehensive overview of the year’s best offerings in both film and television, celebrating creative excellence and impactful storytelling.
