Golden Globes 2020: Brad Pitt, Jennifer Aniston, Priyanka Chopra serve some major red carpet looks

It could finally be that year when Martin Scorsese breaks a very long hiatus at the Golden Globes 2020 with a win in the Best Film category. His film ‘The Irishman’ has remained in the news ever since it was announced, first for its cast, then its content and now that it has been out on OTT platform for streaming, Netflix film is making a buzz at the awards season with many calling it a winner already.

<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/2020-golden-globes-the-complete-nominations-list-267269">Check out the full nominations list here.&nbsp;</a></h2>

What’s crucial to understand here is that if ‘The Irishman’ wins in the Golden Globes Best Film category, it will break a 15-year-long gap for the filmmaker who has been nominated on several occasions but not won post his 2004 win for ‘The Aviator’. But this is only restricted to Best Film category as the filmmaker has won previously for directing ‘Gangs of New York’ (2002), ‘The Departed’ (2006) and ‘Hugo’ (2011).&nbsp;

Watch the trailer here:

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Not just this, Martin Scorsese could also tie this Golden Globe win (if it happens) with his hero Elia Kazan. Kazan currently holds the record for the most number of Best Director wins at the Golden Globes with four wins out of many nominations -- ‘Gentleman’s Agreement’ (1947), ‘On the Waterfront’ (1954), ‘Baby Doll’ (1956) and ‘America America’ (1963). Both his film, ‘Gentleman’s Agreement’ and ‘On the Waterfront’ brought him Oscar wins, while ‘America America’ got hi, Oscar bids in Best Picture, Best Director and Best Original Screenplay. Martin is sitting tight at three Golden Globes wins so far. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/golden-globes-2020-predictions-who-will-win-top-honours-in-televisions-drama-categories-272272">Also read: Who will win top honours in television's drama categories</a>&nbsp;and how&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/golden-globes-2020-netflix-content-takes-pole-position-as-award-season-kicks-off-272208">Netflix content takes pole position as award season kicks off.</a>

With less than an hour left for Golden Globes 2020&nbsp;to start rolling as the guests have already started coming out on the red carpet, ‘Irishman’ could possibly help Martin Scorsese record his fourth win for a film he calls very special to him and also <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/martin-scorsese-hints-the-irishman-might-be-his-last-film-269612">probably his last film.&nbsp;</a>

‘Irishman’ is a Netflix film and it started streaming on the platform from November 27, 2019. It first had a<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/martin-scorseses-the-irishman-to-get-26-day-run-in-theatres-before-netflix-246253"> limited theatrical release</a> in the United States.&nbsp;

It could finally be that year when Martin Scorsese breaks a very long hiatus at the Golden Globes 2020 with a win in the Best Film category. His film ‘The Irishman’ has remained in the news ever since it was announced, first for its cast, then its content and now that it has been out on OTT platform for streaming, Netflix film is making a buzz at the awards season with many calling it a winner already.

It could finally be that year when Martin Scorsese breaks a very long hiatus at the Golden Globes 2020 with a win in the Best Film category. His film ‘The Irishman’ has remained in the news ever since it was announced, first for its cast, then its content and now that it has been out on OTT platform for streaming, Netflix film is making a buzz at the awards season with many calling it a winner already. Check out the full nominations list here. What’s crucial to understand here is that if ‘The Irishman’ wins in the Golden Globes Best Film category, it will break a 15-year-long gap for the filmmaker who has been nominated on several occasions but not won post his 2004 win for ‘The Aviator’. But this is only restricted to Best Film category as the filmmaker has won previously for directing ‘Gangs of New York’ (2002), ‘The Departed’ (2006) and ‘Hugo’ (2011). Watch the trailer here: Not just this, Martin Scorsese could also tie this Golden Globe win (if it happens) with his hero Elia Kazan. Kazan currently holds the record for the most number of Best Director wins at the Golden Globes with four wins out of many nominations -- ‘Gentleman’s Agreement’ (1947), ‘On the Waterfront’ (1954), ‘Baby Doll’ (1956) and ‘America America’ (1963). Both his film, ‘Gentleman’s Agreement’ and ‘On the Waterfront’ brought him Oscar wins, while ‘America America’ got hi, Oscar bids in Best Picture, Best Director and Best Original Screenplay. Martin is sitting tight at three Golden Globes wins so far. Also read: Who will win top honours in television's drama categories and how Netflix content takes pole position as award season kicks off. With less than an hour left for Golden Globes 2020 to start rolling as the guests have already started coming out on the red carpet, ‘Irishman’ could possibly help Martin Scorsese record his fourth win for a film he calls very special to him and also probably his last film. ‘Irishman’ is a Netflix film and it started streaming on the platform from November 27, 2019. It first had a limited theatrical release in the United States.

Golden Globes 2020: Will 'The Irishman' bring Martin Scorsese a Best Film win after 15 years?

Hollywood's biggest stars gather Sunday for the glitzy Golden Globes, the first major awards show of a packed season that looks set to mark Netflix's coming-of-age in Tinseltown.

The celebrity-filled gala in Beverly Hills is billed as the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/golden-globes-2020-hollywood-prepares-to-toast-winners-of-the-years-first-awards-ceremony-272197">most raucous event in the showbiz calendar</a>, where success helps create buzz ahead of next month's Oscars.

Netflix garnered an overwhelming 34 Globe nominations across film and television categories and is the hot favorite to win several major gongs at the champagne-soaked ceremony.

The streaming giant has two frontrunners for the night's top film prize, best drama -- Martin Scorsese's gangster epic 'The Irishman'&nbsp;and heart-wrenching divorce saga 'Marriage Story.'

"They are having a really good year," Variety awards editor Tim Gray told AFP, noting Netflix has "five or six" heavyweight films this season, up from just 'Roma'&nbsp;last time around. "I think they'll do well."

Netflix only began producing original movies in 2015, but has spent billions to lure the industry's top filmmaking talent and fund lavish awards season campaigns.

The firm's Vatican drama 'The Two Popes'&nbsp;has four nods, while Eddie Murphy is the favorite to win best comedy actor for the streaming giant's blaxploitation biopic 'Dolomite Is My Name.'&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/golden-globes-2020-predictions-will-eddie-murphy-win-best-actor-over-leonardo-dicaprio-271695">Will Eddie Murphy win Best Actor over Leonardo DiCaprio?</a>

Murphy, making a comeback to the awards circuit, is among a plethora of A-listers enthusiastically campaigning throughout the busy season.

The Hollywood Foreign Press Association's 90-odd members, who vote for the Globe winners, are a priority stop for every serious contender. Last year, they correctly picked the Oscar winner in every film category except for best musical score.

"They don't generally miss more than one, maybe two" Academy Award winners, said Chris Beachum, of awards prediction website GoldDerby.&nbsp;

Oscar nominations voting ends Tuesday, two days after the Globes.

- Ricky Gervais back again -

British comedian Ricky Gervais <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/golden-globes-2020-ricky-gervais-back-to-roast-hollywood-in-final-hosting-role-272202">returns for a record fifth time</a> to host the ceremony, where his provocative barbs have both riled and delighted Hollywood stars in previous years.

Gervais has promised it will be "the very last time" he hosts.

While several film categories are too close to call, Quentin Tarantino's 'Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood'&nbsp;is tipped to take home the prize for best comedy, according to GoldDerby.

Brad Pitt is also a clear frontrunner for his supporting turn in the 1960s Hollywood pastiche, set against the backdrop of the Manson cult murders.

Joaquin Phoenix is leading a crowded drama field for his radical turn in dark comic book tale 'Joker,'&nbsp;while Renee Zellweger is angling hard for the best actress gong with Judy Garland biopic 'Judy.'

Newcomer Apple will be hoping to make waves in the television categories, where its #MeToo drama 'The Morning Show'&nbsp;has multiple nominations.&nbsp;

But it must fend off Netflix's flagship 'The Crown,'&nbsp;boasting a new cast led by Oscar-winner Olivia Colman.

And early signs suggest a breakthrough year for Asian filmmaking.

Asian-American actress Awkwafina is seen as a shoo-in for best actress in family tragicomedy 'The Farewell,'&nbsp;while South Korean black comedy 'Parasite'&nbsp;is expected to bag the award for best foreign-language film. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/golden-globes-2020-from-kit-harington-to-phoebe-waller-bridge-meet-the-first-time-nominees-272113">Check out the list of first-time nominees at Golden Globes.&nbsp;</a>

Bong Joon-ho, the filmmaker behind 'Parasite,'&nbsp;goes head-to-head with Hollywood heavyweights Tarantino and Scorsese in the best director category. &nbsp;

- 'Good year' for films -

But the HFPA drew stinging criticism for its failure to nominate any female directors. The surprise omission of Greta Gerwig ('Little Women') was particularly notable.

"Of course, I'm disappointed. I love the film that we made," Gerwig told AFP last month.

"There are so many beautiful films made by women this year," she said but added that the overall low number of female-helmed movies was "dreadful" for the industry.

HFPA president Lorenzo Soria defended the all-male list, telling Variety that members of his organization "don't vote by gender" but "by film and accomplishment."

Gray agreed the director nominations list remains "pretty good," with Sam Mendes (1917) and Todd Phillips (Joker) rounding off the slots.

"All the directors who were nominated deserve it," he said. "It's not a simple case of prejudice against women directors."

He added: "It's just a good year -- every category is overcrowded."

Hollywood's biggest stars gather Sunday for the glitzy Golden Globes, the first major awards show of a packed season that looks set to mark Netflix's coming-of-age in Tinseltown.

Hollywood's biggest stars gather Sunday for the glitzy Golden Globes, the first major awards show of a packed season that looks set to mark Netflix's coming-of-age in Tinseltown. The celebrity-filled gala in Beverly Hills is billed as the most raucous event in the showbiz calendar, where success helps create buzz ahead of next month's Oscars. Netflix garnered an overwhelming 34 Globe nominations across film and television categories and is the hot favorite to win several major gongs at the champagne-soaked ceremony. The streaming giant has two frontrunners for the night's top film prize, best drama -- Martin Scorsese's gangster epic 'The Irishman' and heart-wrenching divorce saga 'Marriage Story.' "They are having a really good year," Variety awards editor Tim Gray told AFP, noting Netflix has "five or six" heavyweight films this season, up from just 'Roma' last time around. "I think they'll do well." Netflix only began producing original movies in 2015, but has spent billions to lure the industry's top filmmaking talent and fund lavish awards season campaigns. The firm's Vatican drama 'The Two Popes' has four nods, while Eddie Murphy is the favorite to win best comedy actor for the streaming giant's blaxploitation biopic 'Dolomite Is My Name.' Will Eddie Murphy win Best Actor over Leonardo DiCaprio? Murphy, making a comeback to the awards circuit, is among a plethora of A-listers enthusiastically campaigning throughout the busy season. The Hollywood Foreign Press Association's 90-odd members, who vote for the Globe winners, are a priority stop for every serious contender. Last year, they correctly picked the Oscar winner in every film category except for best musical score. "They don't generally miss more than one, maybe two" Academy Award winners, said Chris Beachum, of awards prediction website GoldDerby. Oscar nominations voting ends Tuesday, two days after the Globes. - Ricky Gervais back again - British comedian Ricky Gervais returns for a record fifth time to host the ceremony, where his provocative barbs have both riled and delighted Hollywood stars in previous years. Gervais has promised it will be "the very last time" he hosts. While several film categories are too close to call, Quentin Tarantino's 'Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood' is tipped to take home the prize for best comedy, according to GoldDerby. Brad Pitt is also a clear frontrunner for his supporting turn in the 1960s Hollywood pastiche, set against the backdrop of the Manson cult murders. Joaquin Phoenix is leading a crowded drama field for his radical turn in dark comic book tale 'Joker,' while Renee Zellweger is angling hard for the best actress gong with Judy Garland biopic 'Judy.' Newcomer Apple will be hoping to make waves in the television categories, where its #MeToo drama 'The Morning Show' has multiple nominations. But it must fend off Netflix's flagship 'The Crown,' boasting a new cast led by Oscar-winner Olivia Colman. And early signs suggest a breakthrough year for Asian filmmaking. Asian-American actress Awkwafina is seen as a shoo-in for best actress in family tragicomedy 'The Farewell,' while South Korean black comedy 'Parasite' is expected to bag the award for best foreign-language film. Check out the list of first-time nominees at Golden Globes. Bong Joon-ho, the filmmaker behind 'Parasite,' goes head-to-head with Hollywood heavyweights Tarantino and Scorsese in the best director category. - 'Good year' for films - But the HFPA drew stinging criticism for its failure to nominate any female directors. The surprise omission of Greta Gerwig ('Little Women') was particularly notable. "Of course, I'm disappointed. I love the film that we made," Gerwig told AFP last month. "There are so many beautiful films made by women this year," she said but added that the overall low number of female-helmed movies was "dreadful" for the industry. HFPA president Lorenzo Soria defended the all-male list, telling Variety that members of his organization "don't vote by gender" but "by film and accomplishment." Gray agreed the director nominations list remains "pretty good," with Sam Mendes (1917) and Todd Phillips (Joker) rounding off the slots. "All the directors who were nominated deserve it," he said. "It's not a simple case of prejudice against women directors." He added: "It's just a good year -- every category is overcrowded."

Golden Globes 2020: Netflix content takes pole position as award season kicks off

"Shut up, you disgusting, pill-popping deviant scum!"

Those were the words Ricky Gervais used to open the star-studded Golden Globes in 2016 -- the last time he hosted Hollywood's most free-wheeling award show.

So A-listers in the audience will be on their guard Sunday for Golden Globes 2020 when the provocative British comic returns to oversee the boozy prize-giving gala for "the very last time." <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/golden-globes-2020-hollywood-prepares-to-toast-winners-of-the-years-first-awards-ceremony-272197">Also read:&nbsp;Hollywood prepares to toast winners of the year's first awards ceremony</a>

Gervais' no-holds-barred humor has drawn praise and criticism in previous years, with everyone from Caitlyn Jenner to Roman Polanski considered fair targets for his sharp barbs.

"She didn't do a lot for women drivers, but you can't have everything, can you?" he once joked of Jenner.

Jenner was in a car crash that killed a 69-year-old woman months before the former Olympic champion came out as a transgender woman.

"Roman Polanski called it the best date movie ever," he said of 'Spotlight,'&nbsp;which tackled sexual abuse of children by Catholic priests.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/golden-globes-2020-predictions-joaquin-phoenix-and-scorseses-the-irishman-are-the-favourites-in-drama-categories-272117">Also read:&nbsp;Golden Globes 2020 predictions: Joaquin Phoenix and Scorsese's 'The Irishman' are the favourites in drama categories</a>

The French-Polish film director has been a fugitive from US justice since 1978 when he admitted to statutory rape of a 13-year-old.

Billboards carrying Gervais' image along with the slogan "Frankly, Hollywood..." have sprung up across Los Angeles, while broadcaster NBC's commercials claim "as usual, we have no idea what he's going to do."

- 'Expect the unexpected' -

Lorenzo Soria, president of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, has warned stars in attendance to once again "expect the unexpected."

That was certainly the case in 2004 when Gervais was catapulted to global fame with shock Globe wins for British mockumentary 'The Office,'&nbsp;then airing on the little-seen BBC America cable channel.

"I'm from a little place called England. We used to run the world before you," a clearly off-guard Gervais blurted out as he collected gongs for best comedy and best actor.

But Gervais quickly made himself at home in the Beverly Hills hotel which hosts the Globes each year, taking to the podium with his trademark lager in hand for three consecutive years as host from 2010-12.

Jokes about Scientology, Mel Gibson's anti-Semitic rant, Bill Cosby's sex abuse allegations, and Charlie Sheen's heavy drinking antics drew A-lister fury -- but generated headlines and boosted TV ratings.

Gervais, 58, has been given free rein to send up even the show and its organizers, dubbing the Globes "just like the Oscars, but without all that esteem."

"The Golden Globes are to the Oscars what Kim Kardashian is to Kate Middleton," he said in 2012. "Bit louder, bit trashier, bit drunker, and more easily bought."

Born in Reading, England in 1961, Gervais was a late-comer to the top echelons of the entertainment industry.&nbsp;

After a failed bid to become a pop singer, Gervais joined London radio station XFM in the late 1990s, where he met future 'The Office'&nbsp;and 'Extras'&nbsp;collaborator Stephen Merchant.

Thanks to 'The Office,'&nbsp;released in 2001 and earning a lucrative US remake from 2005, Gervais is now one of the world's wealthiest and most successful comedians.

He continues to court accusations of transphobia, last month wading into a Twitter row about a woman who lost her job after saying people cannot change their biological sex.

"Shut up, you disgusting, pill-popping deviant scum!" Those were the words Ricky Gervais used to open the star-studded Golden Globes in 2016 -- the last time he hosted Hollywood's most free-wheeling award show.

"Shut up, you disgusting, pill-popping deviant scum!" Those were the words Ricky Gervais used to open the star-studded Golden Globes in 2016 -- the last time he hosted Hollywood's most free-wheeling award show. So A-listers in the audience will be on their guard Sunday for Golden Globes 2020 when the provocative British comic returns to oversee the boozy prize-giving gala for "the very last time." Also read: Hollywood prepares to toast winners of the year's first awards ceremony Gervais' no-holds-barred humor has drawn praise and criticism in previous years, with everyone from Caitlyn Jenner to Roman Polanski considered fair targets for his sharp barbs. "She didn't do a lot for women drivers, but you can't have everything, can you?" he once joked of Jenner. Jenner was in a car crash that killed a 69-year-old woman months before the former Olympic champion came out as a transgender woman. "Roman Polanski called it the best date movie ever," he said of 'Spotlight,' which tackled sexual abuse of children by Catholic priests. Also read: Golden Globes 2020 predictions: Joaquin Phoenix and Scorsese's 'The Irishman' are the favourites in drama categories The French-Polish film director has been a fugitive from US justice since 1978 when he admitted to statutory rape of a 13-year-old. Billboards carrying Gervais' image along with the slogan "Frankly, Hollywood..." have sprung up across Los Angeles, while broadcaster NBC's commercials claim "as usual, we have no idea what he's going to do." - 'Expect the unexpected' - Lorenzo Soria, president of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, has warned stars in attendance to once again "expect the unexpected." That was certainly the case in 2004 when Gervais was catapulted to global fame with shock Globe wins for British mockumentary 'The Office,' then airing on the little-seen BBC America cable channel. "I'm from a little place called England. We used to run the world before you," a clearly off-guard Gervais blurted out as he collected gongs for best comedy and best actor. But Gervais quickly made himself at home in the Beverly Hills hotel which hosts the Globes each year, taking to the podium with his trademark lager in hand for three consecutive years as host from 2010-12. Jokes about Scientology, Mel Gibson's anti-Semitic rant, Bill Cosby's sex abuse allegations, and Charlie Sheen's heavy drinking antics drew A-lister fury -- but generated headlines and boosted TV ratings. Gervais, 58, has been given free rein to send up even the show and its organizers, dubbing the Globes "just like the Oscars, but without all that esteem." "The Golden Globes are to the Oscars what Kim Kardashian is to Kate Middleton," he said in 2012. "Bit louder, bit trashier, bit drunker, and more easily bought." Born in Reading, England in 1961, Gervais was a late-comer to the top echelons of the entertainment industry. After a failed bid to become a pop singer, Gervais joined London radio station XFM in the late 1990s, where he met future 'The Office' and 'Extras' collaborator Stephen Merchant. Thanks to 'The Office,' released in 2001 and earning a lucrative US remake from 2005, Gervais is now one of the world's wealthiest and most successful comedians. He continues to court accusations of transphobia, last month wading into a Twitter row about a woman who lost her job after saying people cannot change their biological sex.

Golden Globes 2020: Ricky Gervais back to roast Hollywood in 'final' hosting role

Hollywood's biggest party, the Golden Globes, kicks off the showbiz awards season Sunday, with streaming giant Netflix expected to be popping champagne corks through the night.

Stars will don couture gowns and extravagant jewels before they hit the red carpet at the luxury Beverly Hills hotel where the calendar's second-most important -- but rowdiest -- prize-giving gala takes place.

Victory at the Golden Globes ensures key momentum for the Oscars, which are a little more than a month away.

Netflix and its expensively assembled roster of A-listers are far ahead of the traditional studios with 17 Globe film nominations. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/golden-globes-2020-predictions-joaquin-phoenix-and-scorseses-the-irishman-are-the-favourites-in-drama-categories-272117">Also read:&nbsp;Golden Globes 2020 predictions: Joaquin Phoenix and Scorsese's 'The Irishman' are the favourites in drama categories</a>

The streaming giant secured an equal number of nods in the often-overlooked television categories, where it also leads the pack, ahead of HBO at 15.

Netflix has two frontrunners to scoop the night's most prestigious film prize, best drama -- Martin Scorsese's gangster epic 'The Irishman'&nbsp;and heart-wrenching divorce saga 'Marriage Story.' <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/golden-globes-2020-from-kit-harington-to-phoebe-waller-bridge-meet-the-first-time-nominees-272113">Also read: From Kit Harington to Phoebe Waller-Bridge, meet the first-time nominees</a>

"Certainly Netflix is pouring everything they can into this and has a good shot in the drama category," said Deadline's awards columnist Pete Hammond.

"That would be a big deal for Netflix, definitely."

Vatican drama 'The Two Popes'&nbsp;is also in contention for the streamer, while Warner Bros. dark comic tale 'Joker'&nbsp;and Universal war epic '1917'&nbsp;round out the category.

Netflix only began producing original movies in 2015, but has spent billions to lure the industry's top filmmaking talent -- and to fund lavish awards season campaigns.

It also has Eddie Murphy's comeback vehicle 'Dolemite Is My Name'&nbsp;in the best comedy or musical race -- unlike the Oscars, Globes organizers split films into two categories.

But 'Dolemite'&nbsp;is expected to face stiff competition from frontrunner 'Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood.'

Quentin Tarantino's homage to 1960s Tinseltown has resonated with the 90-odd veteran entertainment reporters of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA), which doles out the prizes.&nbsp;

In 2019, they correctly picked the Oscar winner in every film category except for best musical score.

"Last year, they had by far the best track record of any other show," said Hammond.

Oscar nominations voting is already underway, but does not close until Tuesday, meaning Academy members may be tempted to wait for the Globes to conclude before casting their ballots.

"Momentum is ready to be built out of this," added Hammond.&nbsp;

- Firing line - 
British comedian Ricky Gervais returns for a record fifth time as Globes host.&nbsp;

His provocative barbs have both riled and delighted Hollywood stars in previous years.

This time, he has promised to "go after the general community" rather than individuals, telling the Hollywood Reporter that "pretension and hypocrisy" will be in his firing line.

The starry list of award presenters include nominees Brad Pitt, Leonardo DiCaprio (both from 'Once Upon a Time...') and Jennifer Lopez ('Hustlers').

In the drama acting categories, Joaquin Phoenix is leading a crowded field for his radical portrayal of the villainous anti-hero in 'Joker.'

But Adam Driver's intense turn in 'Marriage Story'&nbsp;has generated significant buzz, while the ever-popular Antonio Banderas has been hailed for a career-best performance in 'Pain and Glory.'

Renee Zellweger looks in a formidable position to pick up the best actress gong with Judy Garland biopic 'Judy.'

Newcomer Apple will be hoping to make waves in the television categories, where its #MeToo drama 'The Morning Show'&nbsp;has multiple nominations.&nbsp;

But it must fend off Netflix's flagship 'The Crown,'&nbsp;boasting a new cast led by Oscar-winner Olivia Colman.

- Hollywood heavyweights -

And early signs suggest a breakthrough year for Asian filmmaking.

Asian-American actress Awkwafina is favorite to collect best comedy actress for 'The Farewell,'&nbsp;while South Korean black comedy "Parasite" is expected to bag the award for best foreign-language film.

Bong Joon-ho, the filmmaker behind 'Parasite,'&nbsp;goes head-to-head with Hollywood heavyweights Tarantino and Scorsese in the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/golden-globes-2020-meet-this-year-best-director-nominee-272106">best director category.</a>

But the HFPA drew stinging criticism for its failure to nominate any female directors.

HFPA president Lorenzo Soria defended the all-male list, insisting that members of his organization "don't vote by gender" but "by film and accomplishment."

Sam Mendes ('1917') and Todd Phillips ('Joker') round out the category.

Hollywood's biggest party, the Golden Globes, kicks off the showbiz awards season Sunday, with streaming giant Netflix expected to be popping champagne corks through the night.

Hollywood's biggest party, the Golden Globes, kicks off the showbiz awards season Sunday, with streaming giant Netflix expected to be popping champagne corks through the night. Stars will don couture gowns and extravagant jewels before they hit the red carpet at the luxury Beverly Hills hotel where the calendar's second-most important -- but rowdiest -- prize-giving gala takes place. Victory at the Golden Globes ensures key momentum for the Oscars, which are a little more than a month away. Netflix and its expensively assembled roster of A-listers are far ahead of the traditional studios with 17 Globe film nominations. Also read: Golden Globes 2020 predictions: Joaquin Phoenix and Scorsese's 'The Irishman' are the favourites in drama categories The streaming giant secured an equal number of nods in the often-overlooked television categories, where it also leads the pack, ahead of HBO at 15. Netflix has two frontrunners to scoop the night's most prestigious film prize, best drama -- Martin Scorsese's gangster epic 'The Irishman' and heart-wrenching divorce saga 'Marriage Story.' Also read: From Kit Harington to Phoebe Waller-Bridge, meet the first-time nominees "Certainly Netflix is pouring everything they can into this and has a good shot in the drama category," said Deadline's awards columnist Pete Hammond. "That would be a big deal for Netflix, definitely." Vatican drama 'The Two Popes' is also in contention for the streamer, while Warner Bros. dark comic tale 'Joker' and Universal war epic '1917' round out the category. Netflix only began producing original movies in 2015, but has spent billions to lure the industry's top filmmaking talent -- and to fund lavish awards season campaigns. It also has Eddie Murphy's comeback vehicle 'Dolemite Is My Name' in the best comedy or musical race -- unlike the Oscars, Globes organizers split films into two categories. But 'Dolemite' is expected to face stiff competition from frontrunner 'Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood.' Quentin Tarantino's homage to 1960s Tinseltown has resonated with the 90-odd veteran entertainment reporters of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA), which doles out the prizes. In 2019, they correctly picked the Oscar winner in every film category except for best musical score. "Last year, they had by far the best track record of any other show," said Hammond. Oscar nominations voting is already underway, but does not close until Tuesday, meaning Academy members may be tempted to wait for the Globes to conclude before casting their ballots. "Momentum is ready to be built out of this," added Hammond. - Firing line - British comedian Ricky Gervais returns for a record fifth time as Globes host. His provocative barbs have both riled and delighted Hollywood stars in previous years. This time, he has promised to "go after the general community" rather than individuals, telling the Hollywood Reporter that "pretension and hypocrisy" will be in his firing line. The starry list of award presenters include nominees Brad Pitt, Leonardo DiCaprio (both from 'Once Upon a Time...') and Jennifer Lopez ('Hustlers'). In the drama acting categories, Joaquin Phoenix is leading a crowded field for his radical portrayal of the villainous anti-hero in 'Joker.' But Adam Driver's intense turn in 'Marriage Story' has generated significant buzz, while the ever-popular Antonio Banderas has been hailed for a career-best performance in 'Pain and Glory.' Renee Zellweger looks in a formidable position to pick up the best actress gong with Judy Garland biopic 'Judy.' Newcomer Apple will be hoping to make waves in the television categories, where its #MeToo drama 'The Morning Show' has multiple nominations. But it must fend off Netflix's flagship 'The Crown,' boasting a new cast led by Oscar-winner Olivia Colman. - Hollywood heavyweights - And early signs suggest a breakthrough year for Asian filmmaking. Asian-American actress Awkwafina is favorite to collect best comedy actress for 'The Farewell,' while South Korean black comedy "Parasite" is expected to bag the award for best foreign-language film. Bong Joon-ho, the filmmaker behind 'Parasite,' goes head-to-head with Hollywood heavyweights Tarantino and Scorsese in the best director category. But the HFPA drew stinging criticism for its failure to nominate any female directors. HFPA president Lorenzo Soria defended the all-male list, insisting that members of his organization "don't vote by gender" but "by film and accomplishment." Sam Mendes ('1917') and Todd Phillips ('Joker') round out the category.

Golden Globes 2020: Hollywood prepares to toast winners of the year's first awards ceremony

OTT is slowly taking over Hollywood- a fact that has been reiterated time and again especially when the nominees of Golden Globes 2020 were announced in December 2019.&nbsp; 
 
While in films, two of Netflix films ' Marriage Story' &nbsp;and 'The Irishman' are eyeing for top honours, in the TV categories, the OTT giant is leading with as many as 17 nominations. There are other players too. Apple TV has made its presence with 'The Morning Show' &nbsp;which has got 3 nods. There are shows of Hulu and FX too getting mention in the list.&nbsp; 
 
2019 saw the end of one of the most popular series of all times- 'Game Of Thrones' - which was royally snubbed at the Globes. The series fetched only one nomination- for Kit Harington in the best actor, drama series. 
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With just a few hours left for one of Hollywood's biggest nights to begin, here are our predictions for televisions' drama category.&nbsp; 
 
Best television series, drama 
 
The category is perhaps the most unpredictable one of the entire list as the jury can spring a surprise. Pundits, though, are placing their bets on two female-led shows. 'The Morning Show' &nbsp;and 'Big Little Lies'. While the consistently good show 'Killing Eve' might just spring a surprise but chances are that the second season of 'Big Little Lies' may just take home the trophy purely on star value. The list also includes 'Succession'.&nbsp;

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Best actress, drama 
 
Some of Hollywood's biggest names compete with each other in this category. Jennifer Aniston and &nbsp;Reese Witherspoon for 'The Morning Show' are pitted against Nicole Kidman ' Big Little Lies', Olivia Colman for 'The Crown' and Jodie Comer for 'Killing Eve'. Comer won the Emmy this year for her powerful performance in 'Killing Eve' but we feel the award will be Aniston's who has surprised one and all with her portrayal of a no-nonsense news anchor in 'The Morning Show'.&nbsp;

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Best actor, drama 
 
While there may be unpredictability in other categories but in this category, almost everyone is rooting for Billy Porter to win for 'Pose'. Some do feel that Rami Malek could give Porter a tough fight and take it for 'Mr Robot'. &nbsp;The other nominees in the list include Brian Cox for 'Succession', Tobias Menzies for 'The Crown' and Kit Harington for 'Game Of Thrones'.&nbsp;

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OTT is slowly taking over Hollywood- a fact that has been reiterated time and again especially when the nominees of Golden Globes 2020 were announced in December 2019.

OTT is slowly taking over Hollywood- a fact that has been reiterated time and again especially when the nominees of Golden Globes 2020 were announced in December 2019. While in films, two of Netflix films ' Marriage Story' and 'The Irishman' are eyeing for top honours, in the TV categories, the OTT giant is leading with as many as 17 nominations. There are other players too. Apple TV has made its presence with 'The Morning Show' which has got 3 nods. There are shows of Hulu and FX too getting mention in the list. 2019 saw the end of one of the most popular series of all times- 'Game Of Thrones' - which was royally snubbed at the Globes. The series fetched only one nomination- for Kit Harington in the best actor, drama series. With just a few hours left for one of Hollywood's biggest nights to begin, here are our predictions for televisions' drama category. Best television series, drama The category is perhaps the most unpredictable one of the entire list as the jury can spring a surprise. Pundits, though, are placing their bets on two female-led shows. 'The Morning Show' and 'Big Little Lies'. While the consistently good show 'Killing Eve' might just spring a surprise but chances are that the second season of 'Big Little Lies' may just take home the trophy purely on star value. The list also includes 'Succession'. Best actress, drama Some of Hollywood's biggest names compete with each other in this category. Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon for 'The Morning Show' are pitted against Nicole Kidman ' Big Little Lies', Olivia Colman for 'The Crown' and Jodie Comer for 'Killing Eve'. Comer won the Emmy this year for her powerful performance in 'Killing Eve' but we feel the award will be Aniston's who has surprised one and all with her portrayal of a no-nonsense news anchor in 'The Morning Show'. Best actor, drama While there may be unpredictability in other categories but in this category, almost everyone is rooting for Billy Porter to win for 'Pose'. Some do feel that Rami Malek could give Porter a tough fight and take it for 'Mr Robot'. The other nominees in the list include Brian Cox for 'Succession', Tobias Menzies for 'The Crown' and Kit Harington for 'Game Of Thrones'.

Golden Globes 2020 predictions: Who will win top honours in television's drama categories

A day ahead of Golden Globes 2020 awards ceremony, Bong Joon Ho’s comedic drama ‘Parasite’ earned the biggest honour from the National Society of Film Critics. The film won the Best Picture and also took home the Best Screenplay award.&nbsp;

‘Parasite’ is also in the running for top prizes at Golden Globes 2020. It has earned a nod for <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/golden-globes-2020-meet-this-year-best-director-nominee-272106">Best Director</a> for Bong Joon Ho, Best Screenplay and Best Foreign Language Film. The black comedy thriller film was also one of the most critically and commercially successful films of 2019. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/parasite-might-make-history-in-this-years-award-race-269212">Also read:&nbsp;'Parasite' might make history in this year's award race</a>

The National Society of Film Critics’ awarded Claire Mathon for ‘Portrait of a Lady on Fire’ and ‘Atlantics' in the category of Best Cinematography, Antonio Banderas for his lead role in ‘Pain and Glory’, and Mary Kay Place for her lead role in ‘Diane’. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/shah-rukh-khan-watches-south-korean-hit-parasite-on-his-childrens-recommendation-258928">Also read:&nbsp;Shah Rukh Khan watches South Korean hit 'Parasite' on his children's recommendation</a>

Unlike this year’s winners, 2019 was majorly picked up Alfonso Cuaron who won Best Director and Best cinematographer for Netflix film ‘Roma’. ‘Roma’ last year dominated both Golden Globes and Oscars so this could mean something for ‘Parasite’ too which is one of the top contenders for Golden Globes 2020 top awards. Meanwhile, it is being said that Netflix with its content could again make a buzz this awards season. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/golden-globes-2020-netflix-content-takes-pole-position-as-award-season-kicks-off-272208">Read more.&nbsp;</a>

New York’s Film Society of Lincoln Center (NSFC) revealed the results today on Twitter. Find the full list here:

Best picture: Parasite 
Best actor: Antonio Banderas, Pain and Glory 
Best actress: Mary Kay Place, Diane 
Best supporting actress:  Laura Dern, Marriage Story and Little Women 
Best supporting actor: Brad Pitt, Once Upon A Time In Hollywood 
Best director:  Greta Gerwig, Little Women 
Best screenplay: Bong Joon Ho and Han Jin Won, Parasite 
Best cinematography: Claire Mathon, Portrait of a Lady on Fire and Atlantics 
Best nonfiction film: Honeyland 
Film heritage award: Museum of Modern Art 
Film heritage award: Rialto Pictures

The New York’s Film Society of Lincoln Center is comprised of over 60 of the country's top film critics. It is chaired by Justin Chang. The members to this group is elected from different outlets such as The New Yorker, The Village Voice, The Wall Street Journal, The Christian Science Monitor and NPR.

A day ahead of Golden Globes 2020 awards ceremony, Bong Joon Ho’s comedic drama ‘Parasite’ earned the biggest honour from the National Society of Film Critics. The film won the Best Picture and also took home the Best Screenplay award.

A day ahead of Golden Globes 2020 awards ceremony, Bong Joon Ho’s comedic drama ‘Parasite’ earned the biggest honour from the National Society of Film Critics. The film won the Best Picture and also took home the Best Screenplay award. ‘Parasite’ is also in the running for top prizes at Golden Globes 2020. It has earned a nod for Best Director for Bong Joon Ho, Best Screenplay and Best Foreign Language Film. The black comedy thriller film was also one of the most critically and commercially successful films of 2019. Also read: 'Parasite' might make history in this year's award race The National Society of Film Critics’ awarded Claire Mathon for ‘Portrait of a Lady on Fire’ and ‘Atlantics' in the category of Best Cinematography, Antonio Banderas for his lead role in ‘Pain and Glory’, and Mary Kay Place for her lead role in ‘Diane’. Also read: Shah Rukh Khan watches South Korean hit 'Parasite' on his children's recommendation Unlike this year’s winners, 2019 was majorly picked up Alfonso Cuaron who won Best Director and Best cinematographer for Netflix film ‘Roma’. ‘Roma’ last year dominated both Golden Globes and Oscars so this could mean something for ‘Parasite’ too which is one of the top contenders for Golden Globes 2020 top awards. Meanwhile, it is being said that Netflix with its content could again make a buzz this awards season. Read more. New York’s Film Society of Lincoln Center (NSFC) revealed the results today on Twitter. Find the full list here: Best picture: Parasite Best actor: Antonio Banderas, Pain and Glory Best actress: Mary Kay Place, Diane Best supporting actress:  Laura Dern, Marriage Story and Little Women Best supporting actor: Brad Pitt, Once Upon A Time In Hollywood Best director:  Greta Gerwig, Little Women Best screenplay: Bong Joon Ho and Han Jin Won, Parasite Best cinematography: Claire Mathon, Portrait of a Lady on Fire and Atlantics Best nonfiction film: Honeyland Film heritage award: Museum of Modern Art Film heritage award: Rialto Pictures The New York’s Film Society of Lincoln Center is comprised of over 60 of the country's top film critics. It is chaired by Justin Chang. The members to this group is elected from different outlets such as The New Yorker, The Village Voice, The Wall Street Journal, The Christian Science Monitor and NPR.

Golden Globes-nominated 'Parasite' named Best Picture by the National Society of Film Critics

After winning hearts and accolades with his 2019 release, ‘Joker’, filmmaker Todd Philips now wants to try his hands with the story of iconic DC superhero Batman. With ‘Joker’, the director explored how Batman’s nemesis, Joker became what he was.&nbsp;

The film is currently in the news as it is up for grabs at Golden Globes 2020 for some of the top prizes including Best Motion Picture-Drama,<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/golden-globes-2020-meet-this-year-best-director-nominee-272106"> Best Director</a> and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/golden-globes-2020-best-actor-nominations-271661">Best Actor-Drama</a> among others.

<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/2020-golden-globes-the-complete-nominations-list-267269">See the full nominations list of Golden Globes 2020 here.&nbsp;</a></h2>

In a follow-up to the massively successful film, Todd Philips now plans to tell Batman’s story set in the world of his film, ‘Joker’.&nbsp;

In an interview with Variety, Todd said, "It's a beautiful Gotham. What I would like to see someone tackle is what Batman looks like from that Gotham."&nbsp;

But before you get your hopes high, Todd also mentioned that it could be another filmmaker who gets inspired and gives a spin to the idea and make their own Batman. He said, "I'm not saying I'm going to do that. What was interesting to me about the inclusion of Batman in our movie was, 'What kind of Batman does that Gotham make?' That's all I meant by that."

Meanwhile, Warner Bros. the studio that backed ‘Joker’ is already working on a film on the superhero. Titled ‘Batman’, the film is being directed by Matt Reeves and features Robert Pattinson (of the fame ‘Twilight’) as Batman.&nbsp;

As for Golden Globes 2020, the high-profile ceremony is slated for January 6 according to Indian Standard Time. The event will take place at Beverly Hilton&nbsp;hotel as <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/golden-globes-2020-leonardo-dicaprio-jennifer-aniston-brad-pitt-join-the-list-of-presenters-see-full-list-272063">Brad Pitt, Leonardo Dicaprio, Jennifer Aniston among many other actors</a> will be part of the event as presenters.

After winning hearts and accolades with his 2019 release, ‘Joker’, filmmaker Todd Philips now wants to try his hands with the story of iconic DC superhero Batman.

After winning hearts and accolades with his 2019 release, ‘Joker’, filmmaker Todd Philips now wants to try his hands with the story of iconic DC superhero Batman. With ‘Joker’, the director explored how Batman’s nemesis, Joker became what he was. The film is currently in the news as it is up for grabs at Golden Globes 2020 for some of the top prizes including Best Motion Picture-Drama, Best Director and Best Actor-Drama among others. See the full nominations list of Golden Globes 2020 here. In a follow-up to the massively successful film, Todd Philips now plans to tell Batman’s story set in the world of his film, ‘Joker’. In an interview with Variety, Todd said, "It's a beautiful Gotham. What I would like to see someone tackle is what Batman looks like from that Gotham." But before you get your hopes high, Todd also mentioned that it could be another filmmaker who gets inspired and gives a spin to the idea and make their own Batman. He said, "I'm not saying I'm going to do that. What was interesting to me about the inclusion of Batman in our movie was, 'What kind of Batman does that Gotham make?' That's all I meant by that." Meanwhile, Warner Bros. the studio that backed ‘Joker’ is already working on a film on the superhero. Titled ‘Batman’, the film is being directed by Matt Reeves and features Robert Pattinson (of the fame ‘Twilight’) as Batman. As for Golden Globes 2020, the high-profile ceremony is slated for January 6 according to Indian Standard Time. The event will take place at Beverly Hilton hotel as Brad Pitt, Leonardo Dicaprio, Jennifer Aniston among many other actors will be part of the event as presenters.

Golden Globes-nominated Todd Philips wants to make Batman set in the world of his film 'Joker'