Thursday, December 15, 2011

Golden Globe Nominees: Best TV Series – Comedy/Musical

My predictions: 2/5
What’s missing? The Big Bang Theory, The Big C, Glee, Nurse Jackie, 30 Rock, 2 Broke Girls, Wilfred, Community, Parks & Recreation, Curb Your Enthusiasm, The Office

There are only two things that would have pleased me more than this list, which would be the inclusion of “Parks & Recreation” and the omission of the fading Glee. Otherwise, voters have done a great job of cleaning house, removing the all-but-guaranteed “30 Rock” from its perch after a healthy run here. The only other returning series, Modern Family, is well-deserving of its inclusion here, and I’m so happy about all three shows that fill the rest of the category. New Girl is one of the strongest network sitcoms in a while, and it’s getting better with each episode. HBO’s Enlightened is a serene delight, and I’m thrilled that it’s being recognized along with its star. Lastly, the brilliant wit of Episodes is masterful, and I’m glad that voters have chosen to recognize its smart and biting humor.

What could win? It could be “New Girl,” but I think “Modern Family” will take it for the first time, dethroning two-time champ "Glee."

2 comments:

Unknown said...

Modern Family will be taking it for the first time. And rightfully so.

Movies with Abe said...

Correct you are! My mistake!