As a longtime admirer of the small screen and its captivating stories, I find myself in awe of the recent Emmy awards. The competition was fierce this year, with some truly exceptional performances and directing on display.
On February 27, 2024, the historical drama series, titled “Shogun“, made a grand debut and garnered an impressive response, amassing more than 9 million streams in its first week of airing. This captivating series is set in the year 1600, focusing on the power struggle that ensued following the demise of Japan’s leader, the Taiko. The intricate portrayal of this turbulent era in “Shogun” keeps viewers hooked as each episode unfolds unexpected twists and turns, depicting the fierce competition among different factions aiming to seize power.
Which Show Won the Most Awards at the 2024 Emmys?
Shogun boasts both a massive audience and an exceptionally high level of quality. Its authenticity and realism are heightened by the creators’ careful, meticulous approach to detail, earning it a spot among the most historically accurate TV shows. This year, its hard work paid off with an impressive 18 Emmy awards, making it the show receiving the most trophies at this year’s ceremony.
In this contest, the triumphant show, ‘Shogun’, outshone its nearest rival, “The Bear”, by claiming 7 awards. Here’s an overview of the numerous accolades ‘Shogun’ bagged, along with the nominees it bested in each category.
18 Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series
In a momentous victory, the Shogun granted Nestor Carbonell his long-awaited first Emmy award after 25 years in onscreen acting. This recognition came for his exceptional portrayal of Vasco Rodrigues, a ship captain, in three episodes. His role played a pivotal part in introducing another significant character, John Blackthorne, to Japan. Overwhelmed with gratitude, Carbonell expressed that he was experiencing something surreal onstage, likening it to an out-of-body experience. Among those he acknowledged were his team, the entire crew of Shogun, and his wife, Shannon Kenny, whom he mentioned sacrificed her dream of acting so he could pursue his own.
Nestor triumphed over Paul Dano, John Turturro, and Tracy Letts in their respective roles for the films “Mr. & Mrs. Smith“, “Winning Time: The Rise Of The Lakers Dynasty“, and “Slow Horses“, while Jonathan Pryce won his role in the latter.
17 Outstanding Casting for a Drama Series
The stellar ensemble of Shogun plays a significant role in its triumph. This talented group was skillfully assembled by Laura Schiff and Carrie Audino, two esteemed members of the Casting Society of America. Key Kawamura, Maureen Webb, and Colleen Bolton, fellow society members, handled location casting duties. Notably, Shogun boasts a universal allure, as Schiff and Audino emphasize that the series’ casting process involved sourcing top-tier talent from various corners of the globe.
The casting crew responsible for the Shogun series emerged triumphant against the teams involved in casting Slow Horses, The Crown, The Morning Show, and Mrs. & Mrs. Smith.
16 Outstanding Cinematography for a Series (One Hour)
Sam McCurdy, hailing from Newcastle, England, received recognition for his role as the Director of Photography for a Shogun production. The episode titled “Crimson Sky,” where a courageous main character met an unexpected death, was the one that earned him the award. McCurdy is a part of both the American Society of Cinematographers and its British counterpart. He shared with the L.A. Times that his passion for cinema, rather than accolades, drives him in this industry.
Sam McCurdy Beat Out A Friendly Face
As a film aficionado, I found myself in awe alongside McCurdy, not just because our names rhyme delightfully, but due to the shared nomination we both received. Interestingly enough, another talented cinematographer named Christopher Ross, who masterfully crafted the visuals for “Shogun,” also made his mark. He was instrumental as the Director of Photography in the initial two episodes and rightly earned recognition for his work on “Anjin.
McCurdy successfully outshone Sophia Olsson, Adriano Goldman, Todd Banhazi, and Martin Ahlgren for various roles in “The Crown” (“Ritz” and “Sleep, Dearie Sleep”), “Winning Time” (“Beat L.A.”), and “3 Body Problem” (“Judgment Day”).
15 Outstanding Period Costumes for a Series
In many historical productions like ‘Shogun’, costuming plays a significant role in creating an authentic atmosphere that transports viewers into the specific era. Remarkably realistic costumes worn by the actors, such as those designed by Carlos Rosario and supervised by Carole Griffin, contributed significantly to this immersion. The team of Assistant Costume Designers, including Kenichi Tanaka, Paula Plachy, and Kristen Bond, were also honored for their work on “Ladies of the Willow World”.
Rosario shared with TheWrap magazine that he put in a great deal of effort to design the show’s wardrobe, collaborating with expert historians and examining Sengoku-era artwork. Given his meticulous approach, it’s no wonder that the costume team for Shogun emerged victorious, outshining the fashion crews from Palm Royale, The Gilded Age, The New Look, and Winning Time.
14 Outstanding Period or Fantasy/Sci-Fi Hairstyling
Perhaps only secondary to the costume, hair is a vital piece of bringing a character to life, as displayed through the elaborate hairstyles in shows such as House of the Dragon. Shogun features a wide variety of striking styles. The FX website reveals that 700 Japanese wigs were required, and the hair department partook in special boot camps to master the proper techniques. Shogun’s hair experts took a trophy for their efforts in the episode “A Stick of Time.” Hair Designer Sanna Kaarina Seppanen was joined by Key Hairstylists Mariah Crawley, Madison Gillespie, Nakry Keo, and Janis Bekkering.
Among the nominees I’m particularly excited about are my personal picks for the best hair teams in films: Star Wars: Ahsoka, Capote vs. The Swans, Palm Royale, and The Gilded Age. These crews have truly outdone themselves with their exceptional work!
13 Outstanding Main Title Design
Title Design is often overlooked by the general audience, but it plays a crucial role as it establishes the tone for the entire series. A memorable theme song can significantly contribute to the show’s identity. The main title encompasses three elements: text, visuals, and sound. It might include the series’ name and production company, credits, and musical accompaniment or a theme tune. For instance, the opening title sequence of ‘Shogun’ is captivatingly slow-paced, using aerial shots of the show’s landscape and architecture to set the scene.
The Creative Director Nadia Tzuo, together with designers Xiaolin Zeng and Ilya Tselyutin, as well as animators Lee Buckley, Alex Silver, and Evan Larimore, were all bestowed with an honor.
Among the exceptional title designs for recent productions like “Three-Body Problem,” “Silo,” “Fallout,” “Lessons in Chemistry,” and “Palm Royale,” I found myself most captivated by the stunning masterpiece that graced “Shogun.
12 Outstanding Period or Fantasy/Sci-Fi Makeup (Non-Prosthetic)
Following the creation of a character’s appearance through costumes and hairstyling, makeup serves as the final touch that completes the look. In the production of “Shogun,” Makeup Designer Rebecca Lee worked alongside her costume and hair counterparts to earn an Emmy nomination for “The Abyss of Life.” Her team included Key Makeup Artists Krystal Devlin and Amber Trudeau, as well as 1st Makeups Andrea Alcala, Leslie Graham, Krista Hann, Mike Fields, and Emily Walsh. Lee’s impressive makeup work in “Life of Pi” is also widely recognized, though it was not nominated for Best Picture at The Academy Awards in 2013.
I managed to outshine the exceptional makeup teams of various productions, including those spearheaded by Michael Harvey for Fallout, Jacqueline Risotto for Capote vs. The Swans, Tricia Sawyer for Palm Royale, and Cate Hall for The Crown. Each team showcased remarkable talent in their respective domains, but my skills took center stage in this particular endeavor.
11 Outstanding Prosthetic Makeup
When contemplating prosthetic makeup, people often envision monstrous creatures or aliens. However, as was the case with the production titled “Shogun“, these effects were just as necessary. Department Head Toby Lindala collaborated closely with Key Prosthetic Makeup Artist Bree-Anna Lehto and Special Makeup Effects Artist Suzie Klimack to produce incredibly lifelike scars, shaved heads, and other illusions that ultimately secured the award for “A Dream of A Dream.
In an interview with City News, Klimack from Vancouver expressed amazement at the fact that her SFX team, despite being relatively compact, managed to outshine the artists behind Star Wars: Ahsoka, Fallout, The Witcher, and True Detective: Night Country. Remarkably, she even surpassed Vincent Van Dyke, a respected figure in her field who worked on Fallout, a hero of hers.
10 Outstanding Picture Editing for a Drama Series
The editing duo, Maria Gonzales and Aika Miyake, skillfully combined all the clips to create a seamless masterpiece for the finale “A Dream of A Dream,” which was one of the standout episodes of Shogun. Their collaboration resulted in the Emmy-winning episode, making it a worthy addition to this century’s most memorable television finales.
In a change of roles, Michael Ruscio was not selected to work on “3 Body Problem”, while Ali Comperchio and Yoni Reiss were chosen for various episodes of “Fallout”; Kyle Reiter took over “Mr. & Mrs. Smith”, and Zsofia Talas was assigned to “Slow Horses”.
9 Outstanding Production Design for a Narrative Period or Fantasy Program (One Hour or More)
Helen Jarvis received recognition for her exceptional work in production design on the “Anjin” episode of Shogun. In an interview with Gold Derby, she shared that this project presented a fresh cultural challenge as she had no prior experience with it. An intriguing detail that emerged from the conversation was that none of the series was actually filmed in Japan; instead, the show was primarily captured in Canada, a well-known filming location for numerous remarkable productions.
Jarvis’s competitors in the nomination process were Howard Cummings for “Fallout”, Jon Carlos for “Palm Royale”, David Gropman for “Ripley”, and Bob Shaw for “The Gilded Era”.
8 Outstanding Sound Editing for a Comedy or Drama Series (One Hour)
Editing sound encompasses choosing and arranging a program’s dialogue, background music, and sound effects. It’s fascinating that this category groups drama and comedy together, unlike some other awards which keep them separate. The editor needs to ensure precise synchronization with the action happening on-screen. Brian J. Armstrong, a member of the Sound Editors in Motion Pictures, won the award for his work on the episode titled “Broken To The Fist.
In the realm of cinematic critique, I found myself bestowed with the honor of acknowledging Neil Armstrong as the standout figure among an impressive lineup of contenders. Competing against Tim Kimmel’s masterful work on 3 Body Problem, Sue Gamsaragan Cahill’s captivating portrayal in Fallout, and Matthew E. Taylor’s stellar direction in Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, Armstrong truly shone in his role, leaving an indelible mark on the silver screen.
7 Outstanding Sound Mixing for a Comedy or Drama Series (One Hour)
In simpler terms, sound mixing refers to the art of adjusting the volume levels of various audio components within a project, such as music, dialogue, and background noise. It ensures that viewers can clearly hear and comprehend the dialogue while also enjoying the overall sound atmosphere. Steve Pederson was honored for his work on “Broken To The Fist,” an episode that promises to delight fans of intricate spy storylines.
In the contests for “3 Body Problem”, “Fallout”, “The Crown”, and the Tom Hiddleston action series “Loki”, Pederson emerged victorious over Marc Fishman, Keith Rogers, Lee Walpole, and Karol Urban, respectively.
6 Outstanding Special Visual Effects in a Season or a Movie
Michael Cliett clinched an Emmy award for the stunningly advanced and cutting-edge visuals in the series ‘Shogun’. In a behind-the-scenes FX interview, Cliett described it as “a production featuring visual effects on an epic scale.” Besides ‘Shogun’, Cliett is renowned for his contributions to the hit show ‘The 100’, which boasts a large and diverse cast, as well as Cliett’s exceptional skills.
Furthermore, Richard Bluff was recognized for his contributions to the thrilling production of Star Wars: Ahsoka, while Marion Spates shone brightly with her work on Avatar: The Last Airbender. Jay Worth impressed many with his Fallout project, and Christopher Townsend gained recognition for his work on Loki.
5 Outstanding Stunt Performance
Originally recognized for films such as “Push,” “The Wolverine,” and “Westworld,” Hiroo Minami, a 3rd Degree Blackbelt in Karate, has taken on the character Miyai in the episode “The Eightfold Fence.” His triumph was also celebrated by Martin Cochingco, Nobuyuki Obikane, and Johnson Phan.
He outperformed stunt artists who appeared in films like Fallout, Mrs. & Mr. Smith, The Continental (a John Wick universe production), and The Righteous Gemstones.
4 Outstanding Drama Series
Executive Producer Justin Marks won the award for the best drama series, coming away victorious in a huge category. He is known for writing the 2016 remake of The Jungle Book which grossed almost $1 billion against its $175 million budget. Looking at Marks’ recent grand successes, it is hard to believe that just a decade ago he was writing an article for The Hollywood Reporter called “My Life As A Screenwriter You’ve Never Heard Of” and reflecting on the crushing disappointment of having a cable pilot he had poured two years of work into rejected.
Marks has poignantly described visiting the sets of his projects as “getting a chance to walk through my own imagination.” His inventive ideas for Shogun helped him beat out D.B. Weiss for 3 Body Problem, Jonathan Nolan for Fallout, Donald Glover (known to fans of his raps as Childish Gambino) for Mr. & Mrs. Smith, Graham Yost for Slow Horses, Peter Morgan for The Crown, Julian Fellowes for The Gilded Age, and Charlotte Stoudt for The Morning Show.
3 Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series
Hiroyuki Sanada, who plays Yoshii Toranaga, was crowned the best starring actor.
Joining Sanada was a cast that included Idris Elba portraying Sam Nelson in “Hijack”, Donald Glover as John in “Mr. & Mrs. Smith”, Walton Goggins taking on the role of The Ghoul in “Fallout”, Gary Oldman playing Jackson Lamb in “Slow Horses”, and Dominic West depicting Prince Charles in “The Crown”.
2 Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series
Anna Sawai took the lead actress crown for her portrayal of Toda Mariko.
I was thrilled to see my name among some of the most talented actresses, like Jennifer Aniston from The Morning Show, known for her iconic role on Friends, one of the ’90s greatest sitcoms. I also outshone Reese Witherspoon, who plays Bradley Jackson in The Morning Show, as well as Carrie Coon, Maya Erskine, and Imelda Staunton. It’s an honor to be recognized alongside such remarkable actresses.
1 Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series
In the initial season of the series Shogun, a total of 10 episodes were helmed by six distinct directors. Among them, Frederick E.O. Toye, responsible for four episodes, was awarded an Emmy for his work titled “Crimson Sky.
Among all directors in contention, Toye was the sole Shogun director to receive an Emmy nomination. This is quite unexpected given that the series had been ruling at the awards ceremony. Other nominees were Hiro Murai for Mr. & Mrs. Smith, Saul Metzstein for Slow Horses, Stephen Daldry for The Crown, Mimi Leder for The Morning Show, and Salli Richardson-Whitefield for Winning Time: The Ascent of the Lakers Dynasty.
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