I had watched the Golden Globes within the last week and, while previously it was my favorite awards show to watch, particularly when Ricky Gervais hosted, this time it felt flat. So it was an extreme joy to see this nostalgic production hosted by Anthony Anderson. The show was diverse and inclusive and only a couple of times did someone ‘s jokes not land (did not like the I love lucy spoof nor, apparently, from camera shots to the audience, did they). There was a vibe where even the people who did not win seemed to exude warmth towards those who did, and Anderson was very funny (side note that one of my favorite movies of all time is “Two Can Play that Game”) . I also very much liked his mama holding people to the time allotted for a speech. I was also impressed with the stages that accurately duplicated a lot of favorite television show layouts. From Slate.com
The 75th Primetime Emmys—which aired on Monday evening via Fox—had one goal: to be better than last week’s Golden Globes. Thankfully for all who watched, the Emmys succeeded. How? With nostalgia, of course—given the semi-sesquicentennial anniversary of the awards, which was hosted by Black-ish actor Anthony Anderson, the theme of the night was the history of television. However, another theme clearly emerged throughout the ceremony, and I’m not talking about all the Philly tie-ins. (Abbott Elementary, It’s Always Sunny, and Eagles, what’s good?)With a Black host, multiple Black winners, and showcased reunions of underappreciated Black television shows, this may have been the Blackest Emmys in recent memory.
I thought the three big shows that won awards more than deserved them, including Succession (unlike Game of Thrones which disappointed me so much with the ending, Succession was near perfect; Beef (watched most of that in a couple of sittings), and The Bear (will be watching season 3).
Well done, Mr Anderson.
