The movie industry is always abuzz with awards and nominations, and the Golden Globes is no exception. This year, one movie in particular stood out, receiving a remarkable 10 nods and leading the field. Angelina Jolie, Timothée Chalamet, Pamela Anderson, and Zendaya were among those who drew acting nominations, adding to the star power of the event.

Golden Globes: Cash Register or Awards Show?

In recent years, the point of the Golden Globes has become more evident. It has transformed into a cash register disguised as an awards show, providing an opportunity to sell advertising, promote winter movies, and flog designer gowns. Celebrity attendance plays a crucial role in making the whole thing run smoothly, with trophies dangled as bait to attract the stars.

Movie Nominations

Netflix's "Emilia Pérez," a Spanish-language musical exploring trans identity, received an impressive 10 nominations, the most among any movie. This includes a nomination for best comedy or musical. Other notable films in the running for the top prizes are "The Brutalist," "Conclave," "Wicked," and "Anora." On the TV side, "The Bear," "Shogun," "Only Murders in the Building," and "Baby Reindeer" are vying for the equivalent awards.

Notable Nominations and Omissions

One notable nomination was Kate Winslet, a surprise double nominee for "Lee," a little-seen biopic with mediocre reviews. Another was "The Regime," a poorly reviewed HBO mini-series. In the best director category, Coralie Fargeat for her satirical body horror film "The Substance" and Payal Kapadia for "All We Imagine Is Light" about a Mumbai nurse were included, now likely to figure more prominently in the Oscar conversation. However, there were also notable omissions. Danielle Deadwyler ("The Piano Lesson") and Marianne Jean-Baptiste ("Hard Truths"), both perceived as potential Oscar nominees, were among several Black performers who did not make the list. Similarly, the prison drama "Sing Sing" was largely passed over, although its star, Colman Domingo, received a nod.