The Golden Globes awards season heats up with the surreal narco-thriller musical 'Emilia Perez' leading the charge, earning 10 nominations including for star transgender actress Karla Sofia Gascon. 'Emilia Perez' hopes to make a mark at the Academy Awards. Other contenders include 'Wicked,' 'Anora,' and 'The Substance.' The awards ceremony also recognizes television shows like 'The Bear,' 'Shogun,' and 'Only Murders in the Building.'
Key Points
Emilia Perez leads with 10 nominations
Wicked and The Substance are strong contenders
The awards season influences the Oscars
Pros
Recognition for diverse and unique films and performances
Opportunity to influence Oscar nominations
Cons
Controversy surrounding the Hollywood Foreign Press Association's lack of diversity