The Golden Globes may have steered clear of politics this year, but its winners have a striking connection to our current social climate. Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another" tops the list with four awards, including Best Director for the master filmmaker himself. The film's themes of disaffection and resistance echo the anxieties of those who oppose the reactionary fervor sweeping the country.
Leonardo DiCaprio stars as a disillusioned revolutionary, and while Sean Penn wasn't recognized in this regard, the character's essence can be seen in figures like Marco Rubio and Pete Hegseth, the loyal courtiers who appear to be suffocating under the weight of their allegiance. Anderson's film is an unsparing portrayal of the turmoil that pervades our times.
On a related note, Chloé Zhao's "Hamnet" emerged as a powerful counterpoint, its sweeping romance and speculative fiction drawing us back into the past to explore the anguish of William Shakespeare's wife Agnes. Jessie Buckley's breathtaking performance earned her Best Actress, cementing her status as one of our most gifted young actresses.
Josh Safdie's "Marty Supreme," meanwhile, delivered an electrifying performance from Timothée Chalamet, his manic energy and charm perfectly capturing the frenetic spirit of ping-pong and rebellion. The film is a triumph of youthful exuberance, buzzing with energy like a guitar string plucked by a master.
Rose Byrne's "If I Had Legs I'd Kick You" showcased her remarkable range as an actress, landing her Best Actress award in a comedy or musical that resonated deeply with the existential disquiet of our times. It's clear that 2026 will be marked by a growing sense of unease and discomfort.
In contrast to the chaos surrounding some of its peers, this year's Golden Globes list is notable for its diversity and intelligence, offering a tantalizing preview of what lies ahead in the Oscar season. Can "One Battle After Another," "Hamnet," or "Marty Supreme" ultimately claim the top prize? The field remains open, with Anderson, Zhao, and Safdie vying for supremacy.
Leonardo DiCaprio stars as a disillusioned revolutionary, and while Sean Penn wasn't recognized in this regard, the character's essence can be seen in figures like Marco Rubio and Pete Hegseth, the loyal courtiers who appear to be suffocating under the weight of their allegiance. Anderson's film is an unsparing portrayal of the turmoil that pervades our times.
On a related note, Chloé Zhao's "Hamnet" emerged as a powerful counterpoint, its sweeping romance and speculative fiction drawing us back into the past to explore the anguish of William Shakespeare's wife Agnes. Jessie Buckley's breathtaking performance earned her Best Actress, cementing her status as one of our most gifted young actresses.
Josh Safdie's "Marty Supreme," meanwhile, delivered an electrifying performance from Timothée Chalamet, his manic energy and charm perfectly capturing the frenetic spirit of ping-pong and rebellion. The film is a triumph of youthful exuberance, buzzing with energy like a guitar string plucked by a master.
Rose Byrne's "If I Had Legs I'd Kick You" showcased her remarkable range as an actress, landing her Best Actress award in a comedy or musical that resonated deeply with the existential disquiet of our times. It's clear that 2026 will be marked by a growing sense of unease and discomfort.
In contrast to the chaos surrounding some of its peers, this year's Golden Globes list is notable for its diversity and intelligence, offering a tantalizing preview of what lies ahead in the Oscar season. Can "One Battle After Another," "Hamnet," or "Marty Supreme" ultimately claim the top prize? The field remains open, with Anderson, Zhao, and Safdie vying for supremacy.
. I mean, Paul Thomas Anderson's film is undeniably timely, but it feels like he's hitting us over the head with his themes of resistance and disaffection. That being said, Timothée Chalamet's performance in "Marty Supreme" is NEXT LEVEL 
. And can we talk about Jessie Buckley's portrayal of Agnes in "Hamnet"? It's giving me all the feels 
. The fact that Rose Byrne's film was able to tackle existential disquiet in a comedy setting is no joke, I'm still thinking about it 
. But what really got me is how diverse this year's list is – it's like we're getting a full spectrum of perspectives on our current social climate 
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! their films are literally giving me all the feels and i can totally see why they won 
"one battle after another" is like, sooo relevant to our times right now 
. and have u seen timothée chalamet's energy in "marty supreme"? 
he's literally the spark plug for that film 
anyway i'm super hyped for the oscar season now 
can't wait to see what else these talented folks come up with 
. It's all about the anxiety and resistance, you know? Like, Paul Thomas Anderson's film is literally asking us to confront the reality of our times 
. And at the same time, "Hamnet" takes us on this wild journey into the past, helping us see that we're not alone in feeling like our world is falling apart 
. We need more movies like these to keep us company during these crazy times 
! Like back in my day, we used to care about art that spoke to us, you know? Now it's like everything's just a reflection of our current drama 
. But can they take on the Oscars? I got my doubts 
. And Chloé Zhao's "Hamnet" is just so beautifully written 
... it's like a breath of fresh air in this chaotic world 
. But can they overcome the odds? Only time'll tell 
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. Like, Chloé Zhao's "Hamnet" is all about escaping into the past, while Josh Safdie's "Marty Supreme" is like a wild burst of energy 
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... or rather, the ping-pong ball 
that's representing our collective anxiety 
. And let's give it up for Timothée Chalamet - his energy in Josh Safdie's film is infectious 
... will "One Battle After Another" take home the Oscar, or will another film surprise us? The suspense is killing me 
. but at the same time, it's also really cool to see diverse voices and perspectives being represented on the big screen. chloé zhao's "hamnet" is such a beautiful counterpoint to paul anderson's "one battle after another" - its like they're speaking to different parts of our collective psyche 
, i'm curious to see how the oscar season unfolds!