Golden Globe Noms in 2018: A Round-Up of the Best in Film and TV
Alright, guys! Buckle up as we dive into the world of shimmering statuettes and red-carpet glamour. We're talking about the 2018 Golden Globe nominees, a list that's as star-studded as it is impressive. So, grab your popcorn and let's get started! Guys, explore more in Guides And Explainers and 2018 golden globe nominees.
The Big Picture: A Glance at the 2018 Golden Globe Nominations
Before we delve into the nitty-gritty, let's take a step back and admire the big picture. The 75th Golden Globe Awards were held on January 7, 2018, at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California. This glittering affair was hosted by the hilarious duo, Seth Meyers, who kept the audience laughing throughout the night. But enough about the host, let's talk about the real stars of the show - the nominees!
Film: The Big Screen's Best in 2018
Best Motion Picture – Drama
In the drama category, we had a power-packed lineup:
- Call Me by Your Name, a coming-of-age love story that had everyone swooning. - Dunkirk, Christopher Nolan's gripping World War II epic. - The Post, Steven Spielberg's political thriller about the Pentagon Papers. - The Shape of Water, Guillermo del Toro's fantastical tale of love and communication. - Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, a dark comedy-drama about grief and justice.
Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy
Now, let's lighten the mood with some laughs. The nominees in this category were:
- The Disaster Artist, James Franco's hilarious take on the making of 'The Room'. - Get Out, Jordan Peele's clever and chilling horror-comedy. - The Greatest Showman, a musical celebration of P.T. Barnum's circus. - I, Tonya, a darkly comedic biopic about figure skater Tonya Harding. - Lady Bird, Greta Gerwig's heartwarming coming-of-age story.
Best Director
The directors who helmed these cinematic masterpieces were also recognized:
- Guillermo del Toro for The Shape of Water. - Martin McDonagh for Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri. - Christopher Nolan for Dunkirk. - Steven Spielberg for The Post. - Greta Gerwig for Lady Bird.
TV: The Small Screen's Shining Stars
Best Television Series – Drama
On the small screen, we had some serious drama:
- The Crown, the lavish Netflix series about the reign of Queen Elizabeth II. - Game of Thrones, the epic fantasy series that had us on the edge of our seats. - The Handmaid's Tale, a chilling dystopian drama based on Margaret Atwood's novel. - This Is Us, the heartwarming family drama that had us reaching for the tissues. - Stranger Things, the '80s-inspired horror series that had us binge-watching.
Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy
And now, for some laughs from the small screen:
- black-ish, the sitcom that tackles serious issues with humor and heart. - The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Amazon's period comedy about a woman finding her voice in the 1950s. - Master of None, Aziz Ansari's semi-autobiographical comedy-drama. - SMILF, a single mom's comedic take on raising her son in South Boston. - Veep, the political satire that had us laughing and cringing in equal measure.
Actors and Actresses: The Stars of the Show
Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama
The leading men who gave standout performances were:
- Timothée Chalamet for Call Me by Your Name. - Daniel Day-Lewis for Phantom Thread. - Tom Hanks for The Post. - Gary Oldman for Darkest Hour. - Denzel Washington for Roman J. Israel, Esq.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama
And the leading ladies who stole the show were:
- Jessica Chastain for Molly's Game. - Sally Hawkins for The Shape of Water. - Frances McDormand for Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri. - Meryl Streep for The Post. - Michelle Williams for All the Money in the World.
Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy
The men who made us laugh and cry were:
- James Franco for The Disaster Artist. - Daniel Kaluuya for Get Out. - Hugh Jackman for The Greatest Showman. - Gary Oldman for Lady Bird. - Ansel Elgort for Baby Driver.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy
And the women who brought the comedy and drama were:
- Judi Dench for Victoria & Abdul. - Hellen Mirren for The Leisure Seeker. - Margot Robbie for I, Tonya. - Saoirse Ronan for Lady Bird. - Emma Stone for Battle of the Sexes.
And the Winners Were...
So, who took home the coveted Golden Globe statuettes? You'll have to wait for another article for that! But we sure had a blast recapping the 2018 Golden Globe nominees. Until next time, guys!