UPDATE: Renowned composer Hans Zimmer has publicly condemned the Golden Globes for their controversial decision to not televise the Best Original Score category during the 83rd Golden Globe Awards, held on January 7, 2024. He labeled the move as “ignorant” and expressed that his “potential friendship” with the organizers is now “canceled.”
During a red carpet interview, Zimmer voiced his disappointment directly to Deadline, stating, “It feels a little bit ignorant. We are the psychological underbelly of the whole thing.” He emphasized the essential role composers play in filmmaking, highlighting the emotional and psychological toll on directors. “By the time we come to the music, the director has been through war. Our first job is to remind him why he did this film in the first place,” he explained.
The Golden Globes did present the award for Best Original Score, but the announcement occurred during a commercial break, sparking backlash from industry professionals. This decision was made just days before the ceremony due to time constraints.
Zimmer was nominated for his powerful score in Joseph Kosinski’s racing film. However, the award went to Ludwig Göransson for his work in Sinners. Other nominees included illustrious composers Alexandre Desplat for Frankenstein, Jonny Greenwood for One Battle After Another, Kangding Ray for Sirāt, and Max Richter for Hamnet.
The event was broadcast simultaneously on CBS and Paramount+, but the exclusion of the Original Score category from the televised portion has reignited discussions about the recognition of composers in the film industry. Zimmer’s passionate remarks highlight not only his personal disappointment but also the broader implications for how the industry values musical contributions to cinema.
As this situation develops, industry insiders and fans alike are watching closely. The conversation around the importance of music in film is more urgent than ever, prompting calls for reassessment of how awards recognize the vital contributions of composers.
Stay tuned for further updates on this story as it unfolds.
