In a dazzling prelude to Hollywood’s prestigious awards season, the Golden Globe Awards 2024 is set to unfold with “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” emerging as the frontrunners. Following a tumultuous year marked by contentious labor disputes, the awards ceremony promises to be a celebration of excellence in film and television.
“Barbie,” the cinematic ode to female empowerment directed by Greta Gerwig and featuring Margot Robbie, leads the nominations with an impressive nine nods. Experts, polled by the Gold Derby website, predict its triumph in the Best Film Musical or Comedy category over contenders like “The Holdovers” and “Poor Things.”
Meanwhile, the historical drama “Oppenheimer,” spotlighting the man behind the atomic bomb, secures eight nominations and is poised as the favorite for Best Movie Drama. The summer clash between “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer,” humorously dubbed “Barbenheimer,” adds an intriguing layer to the competition.
Key actors in the spotlight include Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling, nominated for their roles in “Barbie,” along with Cillian Murphy, who portrayed J. Robert Oppenheimer, and co-star Robert Downey Jr. The star-studded lineup also features Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert De Niro, and Lily Gladstone contending for acting honors in Martin Scorsese’s “Killers of the Flower Moon,” a poignant exploration of Native American murders in 1920s Oklahoma.
Bradley Cooper, recognized for his role in the Leonard Bernstein biopic “Maestro,” vies for accolades in both the Best Actor and Best Director categories. Notably, this marks the first major awards show for Hollywood since enduring strikes by both writers and actors in the previous year.
The Golden Globes 2024 boasts a noteworthy presence of 27 first-time nominees, adding a fresh and dynamic energy to the event. As the industry gears up for this glamorous night, anticipation is high for a showcase of outstanding talent and cinematic achievements.
