61 thoughts on “2016 Golden Globes Coverage: Thoughts on the Winners + Best & Worst Moments of the Night”

1. That one of Leo and Oscar is great, really made me laugh. I’m really behind on the movies of last year, I’m such a bad movie critic. I just had a lot on, hopefully I can see a lot more in cinema this year.

   January 11, 2016 at 09:53 Reply

   1. That one made me LOL too, Vin! That one and the bit w/ Leo and Gaga, hilarious!!

      Hey don’t beat yourself up, I think catching up on films on VOD is just fine. Cinema viewing isn’t always possible at times.

      January 11, 2016 at 10:05 Reply

      1. Thanks for your encouraging words Ruth, you’re a diamond.

         January 11, 2016 at 10:06 Reply

         1. Thanks for your encouragement too Vin, I appreciate you stopping by!

            January 11, 2016 at 10:26 Reply

            1. It’s an utter joy to read your work Ruth.

               January 11, 2016 at 10:26 Reply

2. You forgot to tag Rami Malek under his picture! Loved this summary, Ruth. Thanks! 🙂

   January 11, 2016 at 10:02 Reply

   1. Ooops!! Thanks for letting me know Izzy, I’ve added it to the post. So what are your thoughts about last night’s winners/losers? Did any of your faves win?

      January 11, 2016 at 10:06 Reply

3. Ricky Gervais is a god-awful host, and I’m not an easily offended type. He is just UNBEARABLE.

   January 11, 2016 at 10:16 Reply

   1. Hello Carly! I hear ya. He’s just so mean-spirited and a lot of his jokes are in such poor taste.

      January 11, 2016 at 12:07 Reply

4. I also wrote my own thoughts on the ceremony if you are curious.

   January 11, 2016 at 10:17 Reply

   1. Hey Carly, do you have a link to your GG post?

      January 11, 2016 at 16:49 Reply

      1. Sure do! http://carlyheartsmovies.com/2016/01/11/bleeping-and-boozing-and-bears-oh-my-one-girls-thoughts-on-the-golden-globes/

         January 11, 2016 at 17:15 Reply

5. Leo definitely deserves that Oscar for The Revenant. No other lead performance from a man has come close to what he did in that film, IMO.

   I haven’t seen Joy, but I’m not thrilled with Lawrence winning because she’s so overrated and was insanely rude last night. I become less of a fan each day.

   I have no idea what Cate Blanchett was thinking with that My Little Pony Dress. Good lord.

   January 11, 2016 at 10:24 Reply

   1. Yeah I predicted he’d win and glad he did. Haven’t seen The Revenant yet but sounds like it’s a tough role. I feel that Hardy deserved a supporting actor nomination for his role too, from the reviews I read.

      I’m not thrilled about J-Law winning either, I can’t imagine she’s the best of that bunch, I mean seriously?? Yep I’m so bored w/ her already. Blanchett’s dress was godawful, which is odd as she’s usually got fashion sense.

      January 11, 2016 at 10:27 Reply

6. Tossed together a few thoughts myself and noticed we share many of the same feelings. I thought Gervais was a mixed bag. Had some funny moments but also was so pompous at times. Wouldn’t miss him if he didn’t return next year.

   January 11, 2016 at 11:11 Reply

   1. Hey Keith, I’ll be right over and catch up on your post. I’m just not a fan of the mean-spirited Gervais. I think pompous is a good word to describe him. I’d love to see more women host GG, someone mentioned maybe America Ferrara & Eva Longoria to host, I kind of like that idea! Or Oscar Isaac who can do no wrong in my book!!

      January 11, 2016 at 11:57 Reply

      1. I would watch Ferrara and Longoria. To be honest I don’t need all of the mean-spirited roasting of celebs. Sure some of it is funny, but a lot of it makes him look like a drunken jerk.

         January 11, 2016 at 12:00 Reply

         1. Yep exactly! Well Gervais IS a drunken jerk, though he thinks he’s so high and mighty, I mean that jab against Mel, yes so he misbehaved but who hasn’t? And it’s been a long time so Gervais came across like a grudge as well, which is just poor taste in general.

            January 11, 2016 at 12:02 Reply

7. None of the three comedy winners are for comedies, least of all Joy. At least The Martian had a couple of humorous moments in it.

   January 11, 2016 at 11:28 Reply

   1. Hi Chip! It’s mind boggling isn’t it? But GG’s categories are just bonkers. The Martian does have comedic elements but that doesn’t automatically made it a comedy [shrug]

      January 11, 2016 at 11:58 Reply

8. Very happy for Sly, he’s the only one I was hoping for that won. And great for Denzel. I love Cate B, but this is not the first time her choice in gowns failed, I’m afraid it’s beginning to become a habit. I hate when I have to look up the name of a movie in the dictionary (The Revenant). If it was based on a true story I’m surprised they didn’t mention the man who’s story it was. Ha ha, funny seeing Gerry again, it’s been a long time. And finally, could they push those tables together any tighter? It was like watching an star-studded obstacle course all night 😉

   January 11, 2016 at 12:20 Reply

   1. BTW, I’m really tired of Jennifer Lawrence and I haven’t even seen one of her films!

      January 11, 2016 at 12:25 Reply

      1. Oh yeah, I’m tired of her too. Seriously overrated!

         January 11, 2016 at 16:15 Reply

         1. How is she overrated? She’s really, really good actress, especially for her age. I’m quite sure that Maggie Smith at least is better in that category Lawrence won and perhaps Lily Tomlin too but I’ve seen Schumer and McCarthy’s films and even though they’re funny, they’re more slapstick funny than really acting. Schumer comes closer to do actual, fleshy role. But then again, putting Joy to comedy is there and there… I understand that Lawrence is everywhere and people are getting sick with her but that doesn’t mean she’s not good. 🙂

            When it comes to the Oscar nominations, I’m sure that both, Mad Max and especially Spotlight will get nominations but will they win, that’s another story. And I kinda like it that this year it’s hard to tell who will win. 🙂

            January 12, 2016 at 10:54 Reply

            1. Hi Satua! I think there are a ton of other great actresses in Hollywood who barely got the coverage J-Law does. Yes she is talented and mature beyond her years, but I think Carey Mulligan, Jena Malone, Saoirse Ronan (who’s only 21), and even fellow nominee Alicia Vikander, just to name a few, are all excellent and versatile, but they may not be as bold/confident in interviews as J-Law is.

               I sure hope Fury Road and Spotlight will indeed get nominated. I guess we’ll find out tomorrow! 🙂

               January 13, 2016 at 11:52 Reply

               1. That’s true but I guess it has a lot to do with the way they want to handle the press. It’s a pity that being quieter ones they also get less paid…

                  January 13, 2016 at 14:44 Reply

                  1. Yeah, I think in Hollywood, and in certain degree, corp America, the gregarious ones are the ones who can charm their way to the top [shrug]

                     January 13, 2016 at 21:38 Reply

   2. Hi Becky! I’m happy for Sly too! And Denzel is always classy. Hanks had a cold but still came to present the award for his friend, that’s so cool! I’m baffled by these actresses who have access to every gown they could ever want and they pick the ugliest piece!

      I think The Revenant was based on a famous book but I don’t even know what it is, ahah. I know that it’s taught in history class though.

      Kinda surprised to see Gerry as he hasn’t been in anything worth watching [shrug] I don’t really care for him anymore, plus he’s just awkward there w/ Dame Mirren.

      Ahah yeah, it does look like an obstacle course for the high-flying celebs!

      January 11, 2016 at 16:15 Reply

9. Hey Ruth… been busy so I haven’t been posting much lately.

   Personally I like Ricky Gervais. British humor is so different from ours and I would know as I watch a lot of British TV. We think of the Brits as stuck up but their humor is so much less PC than ours has become. Nothing is off limits there. The Queen, the royals, David Cameron, the politicos, their sports stars… especially footballer Wayne Rooney, their “other” royalty Becks and Posh Spice, Simon Cowell, Piers Morgan, etc. Just watch any British panel show and you’ll see what I mean. They’re not so full of themselves like we are and can actually take a joke. I didn’t find the gender equality joke in poor taste at all. Notice you only ever hear the actresses of Hollywood talking about the pay gap but when was the last time you heard a actor talk about it? Or be willing to stand up for his female costar. Other than the cast of Friends and the supporting players of Seinfeld banding together to get equal pay I can’t think of that ever happening in Hollywood. To me Ricky was pointedly calling Hollywood on the carpet on a national stage through his joke.

   BTW do you think it was an accident that the HFPA had Mel present with Ricky hosting? It’s not like Mel has been relevant in quite some time to warrant a presenters spot. The HFPA has to know there would be sparks up there so shame on them for arranging this train wreck just waiting to happen.

   The Martian in the comedy category in just laughable. I think Ridley and Matt were almost embarrassed to win.

   Glad to see Leo get some props.

   Did anyone notice Tarantino say that Ennio Morricone had never won an award before even though he won two previous Golden Globes for The Mission and The Legend of 1900. Doh! Now true he’s never won an Academy Award (other than an honorary Oscar) but Quentin in trying to pump himself up as “the only director to win an award under his direction” just looked like an egomaniac up there. Not that should be a surprise to anyone. LOL.

   I thought the America Ferrera and Eva Longoria bit was really funny.

   Really glad to see Mr. Robot win. Take one 3 parts Kubrick, 1 part Fincher and 1 part American Psycho and you have one of the smartest, most audacious debuts in years. On the USA network no less. The show was so prophetic that the Ashley Madison hacking scandal, which was a just a story line mentioned in passing during the pilot, “actually happened in real life” during the filming of the show and was brilliantly incorporated into the final episode. Talk about life imitating art!

   I initially thought it was odd that Sly thanked his ‘imaginary friend’ Rocky, but didn’t thank his costar Michael B Jordan or director Ryan Coogler during his speech. I understand he thanked them during the commercial break later on. Coogler said all is good and had nothing but good things to say about Stallone. Class act.

   Would have liked Spotlight get some love and The Big Short was one of the most entertaining movies this year for me. Not the greatest GG show but there’s always the Oscars coming up with Chris Rock. So there’s that.

   January 11, 2016 at 13:40 Reply

   1. Hello Dave, always great seeing you here man.

      I like British humor too but he’s especially spiteful I think, but maybe that’s just me. I think there have been some comments from male actors about the pay gap, I suppose it’s not a bad thing that Hollywood gets a ‘reminder’ if you will about gender equality issue, but his joke comes across self-congratulatory instead of an actual desire to create a discussion on the issue.

      As for Gibson, well I think he’s presenting Mad Max which is appropriate as he helped launched the franchise. I thought Gibson took it pretty well as he came back w/ the colonoscopy thing but Gervais had to have the last word by asking about the NSFW thing to him. The exchange should’ve been funny instead of cringe-worthy.

      Ahah yeah, The Martian in comedy category is probably the funniest thing about that film. I think the most egregiously shameless and egotistic presenter went to QT. I mean, calling the film composers ‘ghetto?!’

      Hey, did you get my email from a while ago about Mr Robot review? If you have time that is, I’d love for you to do a guest review of that 😉

      I think Sly was just so baffled he even won, I think many people left out those to thank, but so long as they did it later on their own I don’t think it’s that big a deal.

      Glad to hear you love Spotlight and The Big Short too! I wish Bale and Carell had presented instead of Gosling/Pitt, they’re the ones who made the film for me anyway.

      January 11, 2016 at 16:30 Reply

      1. I’ll give Mr Robot a rewatch and see what I can do as major spoilers abound.

         January 12, 2016 at 07:10 Reply

         1. Wahoo!! Take your time Dave, can’t wait to finally read it!

            January 13, 2016 at 10:54 Reply

10. Ruth, nice post and wrap up of last night. Crass and insulting is not funny to me. The best was Mel Gibson stabbing back with the colonoscopy comment. I’m curious if Tom Hardy will be nominated for supporting actor and I need to catch up on a few like Spotlight and Steve Jobs.

    January 11, 2016 at 14:34 Reply

    1. Hi Cindy! “Crass and insulting is not funny to me” Exactly! And can we get a host who’s actually excited to be there?? I thought Gibson’s comeback at Gervais was funny, and wish it had ended there. I’m really hoping Hardy will not come up empty again at Oscars.

       January 11, 2016 at 16:33 Reply

11. That thing about Amy and Tima was not that great but I loved that he put Lawrence and all of them really in their place but talking about the nurses and actual people who won’t ever get such millions. The worst thing by far was them not planning ahead and leaving 2 minutes for the final category. That was the most awful thing I’ve seen on Globes. Gaga went on an on, as did Scott, yet Ford got 15 seconds and Inarittu barely had time to give half a speech

    January 11, 2016 at 14:46 Reply

    1. I think the bit about the female Ghostbusters and how studios won’t have to spend too much money on the cast is terrible too. Very true about regular folks who’d never get such millions but the same applies to guys, even more so w/ their astronomical salaries compared to female performers doing the exact same job.

       Yeah, the rush at the end is horrible!! I blame Ridley who went on and on and on! At least Taraji was funny in trying to get a bit more time in. Heh, not only did they not nominate Hardy (hence his absence), they barely gave Ford any time on stage, very disappointing!

       January 11, 2016 at 16:41 Reply

12. What the HELL is Cate Blanchett wearing.

    I’m sorry…that picture blinded me.

    January 11, 2016 at 15:13 Reply

    1. I know!! It’s beyond fugly and usually she’s spot on w/ fashion. What’s wrong miss Cate??

       January 11, 2016 at 16:41 Reply

13. I agree lots of the shtick was just not that funny. SO BLAH. I left out so much on my post because really I was just not that interested. Call me crazy but I loved Cate Blanchett’s dress. I am probably the only person who did, what does that say about me? haha. Glad you mentioned Oscar Issac too, he’s so damn cute and smart. I also wondered why Tom Hardy didn’t get any love, how sad! Overall an okay night with some interesting moments and like Gervais said and you mentioned, no one else really cares about the night, but the actors. LOL.

    January 11, 2016 at 15:45 Reply

    1. I know you really like Gosling and Pitt but as you know I can’t stand them. I’d rather see Carell and Bale introducing The Big Short as they’re the best performers in that film anyway. Plus Bale seems to be in a good mood, he looks really happy when Damon won, maybe so that he didn’t have to accept a win in a *comedy* category? 😀

       I have a mild crush on Oscar, he’s just sooo talented and gorgeous! I saw a couple of folks from Outlander nominated, oh if only Stanley would get a nomination in Best Supporting Actor in season 2. A girl can dream!!

       January 11, 2016 at 16:46 Reply

       1. I know you are not a Gosling and Pitt person :(, I honestly can’t stand Carell lately. Ever since I saw him do an interview and he was so pretentious and stand-offish that I have started to not like him. I love Bale as an actor, but I have also heard first hand accounts of him being an ass so I am kind of turned off by him. My husband was actually his server back in the day in Philadelphia and he was a complete jerk, so I always think of that about him. LOL. I have a major crush on Oscar yay he’s so cute! I know right I wondered if Stanley would be there, seeing that Outlander peeps were there. Maybe next year!!

          January 11, 2016 at 17:05 Reply

          1. Oh no, not a fan of Carell? I find him so adorable and even shy. I think sometimes ppl who are shy can appear stand-offish.

             Hmmm, I suppose yeah Bale seems like he’s a difficult guy in real life. But I like that he seems real y’know, flawed and all, instead of being overly concerned about a certain image.

             As for my Stanley, well he’s not a star yet, just a working actor. So I doubt he’d be invited to major awards like this even if he’s on the show. He was a jury in a small film fest in France back in the Fall, which I think was a milestone for him. It’s ok though, I prefer my crush to be more obscure anyway 😀

             January 11, 2016 at 17:09 Reply

             1. I know I love that we have our discussions about actors. No one else cares about this stuff but us. hahaha I know I hope Stanley doesn’t get too big, otherwise every girl will fall in love with him too. Ummm…no way José! He’s your man!

                January 11, 2016 at 17:24 Reply

                1. Well I think once Outlander season 2 comes out he’ll gain many fans. That’s why I need to email him soon to get an interview. He sort of *knows* me as he frequently likes my tweet, ahah, so hopefully he’d be willing to be featured on the blog. He’s supposed to have like 3 films out this year!!

                   January 11, 2016 at 17:29 Reply

                   1. Yes you should totally try to get an interview!! Like ASAP!!

                      January 12, 2016 at 10:44 Reply

                      1. I know, I know. I’m just afraid he’d say no then I’d be devastated 😦

                         January 13, 2016 at 10:55 Reply

                         1. I think you should try though! Sorry I am just responding, my comments section has been really weird lately. Sometimes I can’t see all of them. Weird. Happy Friday!

                            January 15, 2016 at 11:59 Reply

14. I don’t care much for award shows and the only part I watched was Ricky Gervais’ monologue. I’m a massive Gervais fan and even though I liked a majority of his material he seemed kind of unenthusiastic to me.

    January 11, 2016 at 16:02 Reply

    1. He doesn’t seem to want to be there at all! I wish he’d just turn the offer down, I’d rather see someone who’s at least glad to have been asked to host.

       January 11, 2016 at 16:51 Reply

15. Brie Larson was a vision. She really turned her A-game up, and she’s proven me wrong in every respect. I was unsure about her Oscar chances, but now I’m convinced that it’s hers! I loved all the WTF moments…that was basically the night in a nutshell/my post on the night. lol

    January 11, 2016 at 16:30 Reply

    1. Brie was a vision indeed, her dress was fabulous and she has such poise & grace wearing it. I think she’s certainly a frontrunner for Oscar now.

       January 11, 2016 at 17:11 Reply

16. Well as you know I don’t care for any award shows but glad to see Stallone and Leo won. I was too depressed yesterday to care about anything after the Vikings lost the game the way they did. Lol!

    January 11, 2016 at 17:07 Reply

    1. Ah yes, I figure lots of Minnesotans are too bummed about the loss. Man, Ivan screamed so loud when it happened I thought someone died!!

       January 11, 2016 at 17:10 Reply

17. I was thrilled that Stallone won for Creed, he thoroughly deserved it.

    And the thing about Gervais talking about the Hollywood pay gap – it seemed more that he was highlighting the ridiculousness of it and calling out Hollywood producers. It was pure satire.

    I love that gif of Leo and Gaga, he looked so frightened!

    Great roundup Ruth, really fun to read

    January 11, 2016 at 18:15 Reply

    1. Hey Mikey, always thrilled to see you stop by! Yes for Sly and now Creed’s director is helming Black Panther movie, yay!

       I think he meant it as a satire but Gervais’ mean-spiritedness made the joke comes across self-congratulatory.

       Yeah, that Leo & Gaga meme is really the best bit in a while.

       January 11, 2016 at 19:55 Reply

18. I didn’t see anything and I’m glad I didn’t. I’m just happy that Leo, Kate, Sly, Brie, Oscar, and the Maestro won awards. Boo on J-Law. I’m sick of that bitch. Yeah, I’m a shitty mood and you probably know why… 😦

    January 11, 2016 at 21:52 Reply

    1. Hi Steven. Sorry you’re in a bad mood, no I’m not sure why but I’ll check your blog. Hang in there, man.

       January 12, 2016 at 16:33 Reply

19. Cate Blanchett… OMG… I have no words. But damn those dapper dudes are dapper!

    January 13, 2016 at 07:54 Reply

    1. Yeah, it looks like something she made herself out of some left-over curtains! Those dudes look good don’t they? I guess it’s easier for guys to pick on something to wear.

       January 13, 2016 at 10:56 Reply

20. Overall, it was a solid group of winners. I haven’t seen Maggie Smith’s performance yet, but I actually would’ve voted for Jennifer Lawrence, since I think she gives her best performance yet in Joy (and I’m not even a huge JLaw fan).

    February 3, 2016 at 06:52 Reply

    1. Ah I see. I dunno Josh, I’m really tired of her, it’s J-Law fatigue I think, she’s so overexposed. That’s why I prefer the more *obscure* actors, right now I’m REALLY into Sam Riley!

       February 3, 2016 at 13:00 Reply

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