The Big Picture Julia Roberts (!) and Sam Esmail on ‘Leave the World Behind.’ Plus: Golden Globes Snubs, Surprises, and WTFs.
Dec 11, 2023
Julia Roberts and Sam Esmail discuss 'Leave the World Behind' and Golden Globe nominations, including controversy and changes in the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. They delve into the challenges of adapting the book into a movie, their desire to bring back disaster films, and reflections on the current state of the world. They also share their thoughts on frustrating the audience, filming experiences, and their obsession with TV shows. Plus, they talk about working with Netflix, the state of movies, and their excitement for upcoming films.
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Questionable Voters
- Amanda Dobbins sat next to Golden Globes voters at Venice Film Festival.
- They loudly criticized "Poor Things" before the screening, raising concerns about the HFPA.
Color Purple Snub
- Sean Fennessey considers "The Color Purple's" lack of Best Musical/Comedy nomination a major snub.
- Its absence might hurt Oscar chances and suggests unchanged issues with the Golden Globes.
Payne's Absence and New Category
- Alexander Payne, a Golden Globes darling, got no nominations, hinting at a shift in the voting body.
- The new "Cinematic and Box Office Achievement" category also raises questions.