As we gear up for the 2023 Golden Globes, it’s clear Aussies are taking over. A record number of Australians are nominated for a slew of awards this year, and many are tipped to win.
This year, Cate Blanchett, Margot Robbie, Hugh Jackman, Baz Luhrmann and Elizabeth Debicki are all in the running to win at the 80th edition of the awards show.
Cate Blanchett has been nominated for Best Actress in a Motion Picture (Drama) for her role in the psychological drama, Tár. The film has also been nominated for Best Picture (Drama) and Best Screenplay (Drama).
Baz Lurhmann’s film Elvis is up for three nominations at the award show; Best Picture (Drama), Best Director and Best Actor in a Motion Picture (Drama). The film, which was filmed in Queensland, is going up against Sam Worthington’s Avatar: The Way of Water and Top Gun: Maverick.
Hugh Hackman has also been nominated for his performance in The Son, whilst Elizabeth Debicki has been nominated for Best Supporting Actress (Television Series) for her portrayal of the late Princess Diana in the fifth season of The Crown.
Margot Robbie has also been nominated for her portrayal of Nellie LaRoy in Babylon. The Aussie Actress has been nominated for Best Actress in a Motion Picture (Musical/Comedy), whilst the film has also been nominated for Best Picture (Musical/Comedy).
Despite the incredible work of Australians in the film industry, who rightfully are receiving the recognition they deserve, the Golden Globes continue to evoke controversy. And this year, it seems no different.
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Why are the Golden Globes controversial?
In 2021, The Los Angeles Times investigated the organisation behind the Globes, The Hollywood Foreign Press Association. Their investigation found that the group had no black members, amongst other allegations of ethical improprieties, and the HFPA subsequently came under fire for its lack of diversity.
Already, Brendan Fraser, who has received a Golden Globe nomination for The Whale, announced he will not be attending. The actor has previously alleged he was groped in 2003 by Philip Berk, an HFPA member and former president.
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