The 81st Golden Globe Awards wrapped up with a bang, delivering both familiar triumphs and unexpected delights. Christopher Nolan’s historical epic “Oppenheimer” dominated the film categories, while Yorgos Lanthimos’s surreal satire “Poor Things” emerged as a surprise dark horse winner.
Oppenheimer’s Atomic Dominance:
The biopic of atomic bomb creator J. Robert Oppenheimer reigned supreme, claiming Best Motion Picture – Drama, Best Director for Nolan, and Best Actor for Cillian Murphy‘s transformative performance. Emily Blunt also shone, earning Best Supporting Actress for her portrayal of Oppenheimer’s wife.
Poor Things Makes a Splash:
Lanthimos’s offbeat adaptation of Joanna Kavenna’s novel shocked and beguiled, nabbing Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy and Best Screenplay for the director. Willem Dafoe’s bizarre supporting turn as a gender-fluid scientist added to the film’s outlandish charm.
Television Triumphs:
On the television side, HBO’s juggernaut “Succession” continued its reign, securing Best Drama Series and Best Actor in a Drama Series for Brian Cox’s deliciously ruthless Logan Roy. “The Bear,” FX’s gritty drama about a Chicago sandwich shop, stole the spotlight in the comedy categories, winning Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy and Best Actor in a Comedy Series for Jeremy Allen White’s portrayal of a stressed-out chef.
Other Noteworthy Wins:
- Annette Bening captivated audiences as real-life swimmer Diana Nyad in “Nyad,” earning Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama.
- Da’Vine Joy Randolph’s dynamic performance in “American Fiction” snagged Best Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture – Comedy or Musical.
- Netflix’s miniseries “All the Light We Cannot See” took home Best Television Limited Series, Anthology Series or Motion Picture Made for Television.
- Helen Mirren brought gravitas to “1923,” winning Best Actress in a Television Series – Drama.
A Night of Surprises:
The 2024 Golden Globes proved to be a night of cinematic and televisual surprises, with underdogs snatching gold alongside established favorites. With the awards race now officially open, film and television fans can eagerly anticipate the Oscar nominations and beyond to see who emerges victorious in Hollywood’s ultimate season of accolades.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Best Motion Picture – Drama | Oppenheimer |
| Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy | Poor Things |
| Best Motion Picture – Animated | The Boy and the Heron |
| Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama | Cillian Murphy, Oppenheimer |
| Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama | Lily Gladstone, Killers of the Flower Moon |
| Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy | Paul Giamatti, The Holdovers |
| Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy | Emma Stone, Poor Things |
| Best Director — Motion Picture | Christopher Nolan, Oppenheimer |
| Best Television Series – Drama | Succession |
| Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy | The Bear |
| Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Television Series – Drama | Sarah Snook, Succession |
| Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Television Series – Drama | Kieran Culkin, Succession |
| Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy | Ayo Edebiri, The Bear |
| Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy | Jeremy Allen White, The Bear |
