Mr. Robot.Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt.
black-ish.Silicon Valley.Game of Thrones.
So no, the nominations are not perfect.
Credit: ABC, Showtime, The CW
They are, as usual, a mixed bag.
Maybe more even evenly divided between Way to go!
than past years, but mixed all the same.
A lot to rave about, a lot grumble about, a lot of wishing for something different.
Heres my quick-take, IMHO processing.
Outstanding Lead Actor, Drama
Kyle Chandler,Bloodline
Rami Malek,Mr.
That didnt really come to pass.
Ill say one thing more: she should win.
But the thrill is gone.
Her showcase the mental institution bottle episode, A Blade of Grass was a tour-de-force.
Swap Out:Macy with Chris Geere for his prickly-poignant, salty-sweet turn inYoure The Worst.
And what a year for Metcalf.
BesidesGetting On, an under-appreciated gem, and shes nominated for her bravura guest turn inHorace and Pete.
Grumble:First, let me say I think sketch comedy performers should have their own acting categories.
If they existed, Id celebrateSchumers inclusion.
Shes a vital and freakin funny comedy voice.
That said, I didnt think her work this season was as sharp as past years.
Tomlin lands in my IMHO hell here: theres stronger work out there to honor.
Grumble:The diversity and richness of current TV comedy owes a big debt toModern Family.
But its power has been waning, while so many other worthy sitcoms blaze bright.
Swap Out:Modern FamilyforYoure The Worst, TVs wisest, randiest rom-com.
Robot
Rave:Thank you, Emmy, for finally watchingThe Americansand for championingMr.
Martins novels to be successful.
With its emphasis on the oft-degraded female characters, the season finally made me a full-fledged fan.
Grumble:Damn you, Emmy, for your stubborn passion forDownton Abbey,Homeland, andHouse of Cards.
Among them:The Leftovers,UnREAL,Halt and Catch Fire,and more.
