The awards season officially commenced with a dazzling ceremony, celebrating the year’s best in film and television. From Adrien Brody’s riveting performance in The Brutalist to Shogun’s sweep in the TV drama categories, the night was filled with memorable moments. Attendees enjoyed Moët champagne, Nobu sushi, and the recognition of incredible talent across genres.
Big Winners of the Night
The Brutalist emerged as a standout, winning Best Motion Picture, Drama, and earning accolades for Adrien Brody (Best Actor) and Brady Corbet (Best Director). The most-nominated film, Emilia Pérez, didn’t disappoint either, securing four awards, including Best Musical or Comedy, Best Non-English Language Picture, and Supporting Actress for Zoe Saldaña. Additionally, Flow was crowned Best Animated Motion Picture, while Wicked took home the Cinematic and Box Office Achievement award.
Television Triumphs
In television, Shogun dominated, winning all four of its nominated categories, including Best Drama Series and acting awards for Anna Sawai, Hiroyuki Sanada, and Tadanobu Asano. Meanwhile, Hacks won Best Musical or Comedy Series, and Baby Reindeer impressed as the Best Limited Series. Jeremy Allen White snagged recognition for his role in The Bear, though the show fell short of its five nominations.
Surprises and New Milestones
Unexpected victories added excitement to the night. Demi Moore celebrated her first Golden Globe for The Substance, and Fernanda Torres clinched Best Actress in a Drama for I’m Still Here. Other surprises included Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross winning Best Original Score for Challengers and Kieran Culkin’s supporting role win for A Real Pain.
Complete List of Notable Winners
- Best Motion Picture, Drama: The Brutalist
- Best Motion Picture, Musical or Comedy: Emilia Pérez
- Best Actor, Drama: Adrien Brody, The Brutalist
- Best Actress, Drama: Fernanda Torres, I’m Still Here
- Best Animated Motion Picture: Flow
- Best Television Series, Drama: Shogun
- Best Television Series, Comedy: Hacks
- Best Limited Series: Baby Reindeer
The evening was a testament to creativity, resilience, and the evolving landscape of entertainment, setting a high bar for the awards season ahead.