In a star-studded night at this year’s Golden Globes, Oppenheimer and Succession emerged as the big winners, securing a total of nine coveted awards. The cinematic celebration also toasted to Barbie’s unprecedented box office domination.
Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer took home five awards, including Best Motion Picture – Drama, Best Director, and Best Actor for the talented Cillian Murphy. The film’s compelling narrative and stellar performances solidified its place as a major force in this year’s awards.
Succession, the critically acclaimed TV series, capped off its final season with four wins, including Best Television Series – Drama and individual acting accolades for Kieran Culkin, Sarah Snook, and Matthew Macfadyen. Creator Jesse Armstrong expressed mixed emotions about bidding farewell to the show but celebrated its remarkable journey.
The iconic doll-turned-movie sensation, Barbie, was honoured with the inaugural Cinematic and Box Office Achievement award, surpassing $1.4 billion worldwide. Billie Eilish and Finneas also scored a win with the Best Original Song for Barbie’s soundtrack, “What Was I Made For?”
Other Notable Wins:
– Poor Things, starring Emma Stone, claimed Best Picture – Musical or Comedy.
– French thriller Anatomy Of A Fall secured the Best Picture – Non-English Language award.
– The Bear and Beef emerged victorious in the TV categories for Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy and Best Limited Series, respectively.
Individual Excellence:
– Lily Gladstone received Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama for her role in Killers of the Flower Moon.
– Paul Giamatti won Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy for *The Holdovers.
– Ayo Edebiri’s standout performance in The Bear earned her Best Actress in a TV Series – Musical or Comedy.
As the glittering ceremony concluded, it left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry, showcasing the diversity and brilliance of cinematic and television achievements in 2024.
