Viola Davis and Michelle Williams, but who should win? MTV News breaks it down. By Kevin P. Sullivan
Viola Davis in "The Help" Photo: Dreamworks
After holding our breath for almost a month, on Sunday, we will find out who will be taking home this year's Golden Globes. The competition has shifted significantly since the nominees were first announced in December, so we're going to take a look at where the hopefuls stand and who has the best shot at winning gold.
Here are our thoughts on the categories of Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture - Drama and Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture - Comedy or Musical:
Best Actress - Drama This Globes category contains the two nominees most people consider the lead contenders for Best Actress on Oscar night. Expect people to be paying close attention to this category in particular, since there hasn't been a runaway favorite throughout awards season. This award could change all of that.
Who Will Win: Viola Davis for "The Help." With her win at the Critics' Choice Movie Awards, Davis confirmed theories that she was the favorite in this category. Her powerful performance played well with audiences across the board in a movie generally more liked than those of other nominees.
Who Should Win: Viola Davis for "The Help." Sorry, Ms. Streep, this is simply Davis' year. Hers was an emotionally powerful performance and the one that left audiences weeping. She's the favorite for a reason.
Best Actress - Comedy or Musical With the exception of Michelle Williams, the actresses in this category turned in great performances but have lacked the buzz to make them serious Oscar contenders. Unfortunately, this category will be one of the few chances to honor some of the year's best unsung performances.
Who Will Win: Michelle Williams for "My Week With Marilyn." It's the dramatic role in the comedy category. That's not the only difference here; Williams' portrayal of the blond bombshell has been mentioned in nearly every other actress' honor, unlike many of her fellow nominees. It's an iconic performance that might skate by on an odd categorization.
Who Should Win: Charlize Theron for "Young Adult." It took balls to bring life to the wholly unlikable Mavis Gary, and it's exactly the kind of unsympathetic portrayal that is rarely seen these days. Theron pushed away convention and expectation and turned in one of the most memorable performances in a stellar career.
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