Yorgos Lanthimos’ film adaptation of a Scottish novel, “Poor Things,” has secured seven nominations at the upcoming 2024 Golden Globes, as the comprehensive shortlist was unveiled on Monday morning.

Starring Emma Stone and based on the 1992 novel by Scottish writer Alasdair Gray, the film has earned nods in key categories such as Best Motion Picture, Best Director, Best Screenplay, and Best Original Score at the 81st annual awards.

Emma Stone’s outstanding performance in the movie has earned her a nomination for Best Female Actor in a Motion Picture, while Willem Dafoe and Mark Ruffalo, both part of the cast, are contending for the Best Male Actor in a Supporting Role in the same film.

Notably, Succession actor Brian Cox, with his role as Logan Roy, has also clinched a nomination for Best Male Actor in a Television Series, adding another Scottish connection to this year’s Golden Globes with nine nominations in total.

Taking the lead in nominations this year are Greta Gerwig’s “Barbie” with nine nods and “Oppenheimer” with eight, while Martin Scorsese’s “Killers of the Flower Moon” also shares seven nominations.

The 2024 Golden Globe Awards ceremony, is set to take place on January 7, 2024, at the Beverly Hilton.

Source: neoskosmos