Globes not so Golden for Aussies

After all the hype and build-up, Jacki Weaver has missed out on the Best Supporting Actress award at the Golden Globes. Although her role in Animal Kingdom was disturbingly effective, the result doesn't surprise me as it was not, in my opinion, the film's stand-out performance. Ben Mendelsohn as Pope was terrifying in a way that Weaver did not quite reach.

I was disappointed to hear that Geoffrey Rush has also been overlooked- as his performance in The King's Speech was nothing short of brilliant. He brought to life the eccentric and loyal Lionel Logue, speech therapist to King George VI (Colin Firth). Firth did take home an award (Best Actor in a Drama) which was undoubtedly deserved. Mr. Darcy stereotypes were long forgotten as he portrayed a man burdened by self-doubt in an unimaginably difficult position.

Fingers crossed that Firth takes the Oscar for Best Actor and that Rush picks up some awards elsewhere. As for Weaver, she is to be congratulated on her achievements thus far and is taking the loss graciously, which is always a sign of a respectable performer.