Drama And Controversy
The Golden Globes 2024: A Night of Drama and Controversy were held on Sunday, January 7, in Los Angeles, honoring the best in film and television of the past year. The ceremony, hosted by comedian Jo Koy, was the first one since the disbanding of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA), the former organizers of the awards, who faced a series of scandals and criticisms. The new owners, Dick Clark Productions and Eldridge Industries, promised a revamped and more diverse show, with new categories, rules, and voters. However, the night was not without drama and controversy, as some of the jokes, speeches, and outcomes sparked backlash and debate. Here are some of the major controversies that rocked the Golden Globes 2024.
Ricky Gervais Wins Best Stand-Up Special Despite Past Insults
One of the most surprising and ironic winners of the night was Ricky Gervais, who won Best Stand-Up Special for his Netflix show After Life. Gervais, who hosted the Golden Globes five times in the past, was notorious for his harsh and offensive jokes about the awards, the HFPA, and the celebrities. He did not show up to collect his award, leaving Jo Koy to accept it on his behalf and make a sarcastic remark about his absence. Many viewers and critics found it hypocritical and undeserved that Gervais won an award that he had repeatedly mocked and insulted.
Jo Koy Offends Celebrities and Audiences with His Jokes
Jo Koy, the first Asian-American host of the Golden Globes, had a tough job of entertaining the audience and making them laugh, while also addressing the issues and changes that the awards faced. However, some of his jokes did not land well and offended some celebrities and audiences.
For example, he made a brutal joke about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, who had recently announced their divorce. He said that they should have stayed in the royal family, where they would have been happier and richer. He also joked about Leonardo DiCaprio and Lily Gladstone. They were rumored to be dating after co-starring in Killers of the Flower Moon. Saying that DiCaprio was too old for her and that he should date someone his own age, like Meryl Streep. He also took a jab at Ricky Gervais, saying that he was not funny and that he should stop hosting the Golden Globes. Some of the celebrities, such as Taylor Swift and Natalie Portman, did not seem amused by his jokes and gave him icy stares.
Joaquin Phoenix Storms Off the Stage After His Speech Is Cut Off
Joaquin Phoenix, who won Best Actor – Musical or Comedy for his role in Beau Is Afraid. Gave a bizarre and rambling speech that lasted for more than 10 minutes. He talked about his veganism, his anxiety, his love for his co-star Rooney Mara, and his admiration for Cillian Murphy. Who won Best Actor – Drama for Oppenheimer. He also criticized the Golden Globes for being superficial and meaningless. Also urged the celebrities to use their platform for good causes. However, his speech was cut off by the producers, who played the music to signal him to wrap up. Phoenix was visibly annoyed and angry, and he left the stage without thanking anyone or accepting his award.
The Super Mario Bros. Movie Beats Spider-Man and Suzume for Best Animated Film
One of the biggest upsets of the night was The Super Mario Bros. Movie, which won Best Animated Film, beating out favorites like Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse and Suzume. The film, based on the popular video game franchise, featured the voices of Jack Black. John Leguizamo, Anna Kendrick, and Seth Rogen. This was praised for its colorful and inventive animation, as well as its humorous and nostalgic homage to the games. However, many fans and experts were shocked and disappointed that the film won over more critically acclaimed and original films. Such as Spider-Man, which was a sequel to the Oscar-winning Spider-Man. Into the Spider-Verse, and Suzume, which was a Japanese anime film about a girl who can transform into a sparrow.
Natalie Portman and Julianne Moore Fight Over Best Actress – Musical or Comedy
Another controversy that happened backstage was the fight between Natalie Portman and Julianne Moore who co-starred in May December. A film about a woman who falls in love with a younger man. Both actresses were nominated for Best Actress – Musical or Comedy. But the award went to Emma Stone for her role in Poor Things. A dark comedy based on the novel by Alasdair Gray. Portman and Moore were reportedly unhappy with the result and had a heated argument over who should have won the award. They accused each other of being jealous, selfish, and unprofessional, and had to be separated by their agents and publicists.
Summary:
The Golden Globes 2024 were a night of drama and controversy. The revamped awards show faced backlash and debate over some of the jokes, speeches, and outcomes. Host Jo Koy offended some celebrities and audiences with his jokes about the Royal family, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Ricky Gervais. Joaquin Phoenix stormed off the stage after his speech was cut off by the producers. The Super Mario Bros. Movie beat Spider-Man and Suzume for Best Animated Film, shocking and disappointing many fans and experts. Natalie Portman and Julianne Moore fought over Best Actress – Musical or Comedy, which went to Emma Stone.
For more details and analysis, check out our full breakdown of the winners and losers on flikbaktv.com.