Okay, Laura Linney has won two Emmys – one for Leading Actress in a Mini-Series or Movie, and one for Guest Actor. However, she rarely been the toast of the town since You Can Count on Me. But her work in John Adams is going to get recognized in that very big way that often spills over into Oscar territory. This is probably because there comes a time in every actress’ career when she just plain hits it. And Linney has hit it in a big way with John Adams. There, is that better?
Linney is most certainly going to be a major contender for Lead Actress in a Mini Series or Movie this year. She plays Mrs. Adams with complexity and depth, especially in the episode where she travels to Paris and must alternate between being shocked, impressed and confident. Linney has been great in almost everything she’s ever done but I don’t think I’ve ever seen her this good.
I’m going to make the call that Linney will win in this category and that John Adams will very likely sweep the Emmys. It’s beautifully shot, and tells the story of how America was won in a raw and passionate way. Paul Giamatti might even win, who knows. The Emmys, to my mind, are often dull because they tend to pick the same shows over and over again. But the mini series category is interesting because of the proliferation of these magnificent productions that have been popping up recently. John Adams seems like it can’t lose. You can buy that DVD here.
I believe Bob Fosse (in 1973) was not only nominated for an Emmy, a Tony, and an Oscar in the same year—but actually won all three.
This makes me hopeful for Ms. Linney!
Susan Sarandon got rave reviews
as Doris Duke for Bernard and Doris(also on HBO) as did Ralph Fiennes so I wouldn’t count them out of the Emmy competition. I believe Mini Series and Film are placed in the same category. John Adams may have the edge….but I am always surprised at the Emmy choices year after year.
I am sure there aren’t too many who did that in the same year.
Re: Parker’s question (#12).
There are very likely numerous entertainers who have been nominated for an Oscar, an Emmy and a Tony in the same year. In 2005, Alan Alda accomplished that feat.
Oscar nomination: “The Aviator”
Emmy nomination: “The West Wing”
Tony nomination: “Glengarry Glen Ross”
Laura Linney is always tops in my book. I think she deserved the Oscar this year, and has been passed over for nominations in other films as well. She is spectacular in John Adams.
No worries John Adams will DOMINATE the emmys. HOWEVER can we start some kind of online campaign to get recognition for THE WIRE!!!!!!!!!!!!! Arguably one of the greatest drama’s in television history has just ended its run, and if the SCHMEMMY’S do not nominate it this year, it will go out w. 1, 1 effin emmy nom!!!! I N S A N I T Y!
A question for all the trivia buffs out there – how many other actors have been nominated for an Oscar, an Emmy and a Tony in the same year? (I’m assuming this is what is going to happen with Laura)
http://youtube.com/watch?v=46R4xG1LHG0
I have not seen her performance here but I still think she should win, lol.
Shower her with awards, please.
The film gives a politically correct interpretation of Abigail though. Although she was highly intelligent, she’s nothing of the pleasant woman in the miniseries. She was quite the annoying histrionic and amongst other things kept the distance between the friendship of Adams and Jefferson for many years, and made frequent complaints about everything. Not that Linney did a bad job, but wouldn’t she have had a baitier part if Abigail was written correctly.
Phylicia Rashad is probably walking away with that Emmy for “A Raisin in the Sun”.
I suspect she’ll also get a Tony nomination for Les Liaisons Dangereuses, if not the win. I think she’s a wonderful actress and that it’s only a matter of time ’til the role is right for her first Oscar
Yes, thank you – I’ve altered the post.
Joseph, I so agree with you. I really didn’t know much about John Adams and wasn’t so curious about him until now. It’s so true that Washington and Jefferson get all of the glory. Or Ben Franklin. But rarely John Adams. I’m loving the series so far.
Um, actually, she already has TWO. Laura won Emmys for the miniseries “Wild Iris” and also for her guest spot on “Frasier”. So the biggest disadvantage for her going in will be her past history with Emmy.
It would be mighty cool, though, if she had THREE.
Not sure why you’re saying she might finally get an Emmy when she already has one. Will Meryl Streep “finally” be getting an Oscar next year, too?
This is a great series. I’ve caught most of it and I have to say it’s often moving, sometimes funny, and very sharp for a series based on history, which can be awfully dry and/or uninspiring at times. And it’s nice to see John Adams get his due. As is portrayed somewhat in the series itself, Adams, played by a gutsy Paul Giamatti, is often relegated to some dusty corner while George Washington or Thomas Jefferson are portrayed as far more interesting figures. Laura Linney is a revelation as Abigail Adams — feisty, sensible, intelligent, and unwilling to be left uninvolved in her husband’s often obsessive career and absolutely his best friend in every sense. The series is also a reminder of what people sacrificed to make the U.S.A. possible…..a sacrifice for which too many people today are blissfully unaware and sadly lacking appreciation.
Oh, JOHN ADAMS will own the fuckin Emmys. Linney and Pig Vomit will both triumph.
Hell, its a pity that this is a mini-series, or else Pig Vomit would have gotten his Oscar finally. Aint fuckin fair.
I do think she will win, but she did also win an Emmy for Wild Iris.