"Television's annual celebration of itself, the 77th Emmy Awards, will commence on Sunday night. But, even as I offer another installment of my annual "correct-what-these awards-will-get-wrong" essay presented as the world-renowned honors for TV excellence known as the Deggys a question arises that threatens to put a damper on the whole exercise: Given the state of the world today, should anyone care about TV awards, anymore?"
"It's a question well worth asking. But as a critic with more than 30 years in the game, I'm convinced ambitious, creatively daring TV series with something important to say can have an impact worth heeding, even in the worst of times. And when events get rough, sometimes a show that truly makes you laugh or think can be the most precious resource of all."
Television's 77th Emmy Awards begin Sunday. A key question asks whether anyone should care about TV awards given the state of the world. Ambitious, creatively daring series can have cultural and emotional impact and offer solace during difficult times. The Emmy process contains confusing eligibility and categorization issues, such as FX releasing new The Bear episodes after the eligibility window, causing awards to recognize prior-season work and raising debate over whether The Bear is a comedy. The choice of laid-back host Nate Bargatze may undercut the ceremony's bid for relevance. Science fiction often receives nominations but rarely wins major categories; Andor stands out as a meticulous, high-budget drama contender.
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