Golden Globes 2025: A Night of Shine and Recognition
The Golden Globe Awards herald the beginning of the awards season, showcasing a roster of remarkable victors.
Comedian Nikki Glaser took center stage as the host for the 82nd installment of the Golden Globes on January 5, broadcasting live on CBS and Paramount+. Reflecting on her role, Glaser expressed to PEOPLE, “My intention is not hostility. I want everyone to enjoy their evening. I’m genuinely here to honor those being celebrated.”
This year saw Emilia Pérez lead with an impressive four nominations, ultimately clinching awards for best motion picture in the musical or comedy category. Other notable television productions such as Baby Reindeer, Hacks, and Shōgun also had a memorable evening.
Complete Winners List
Film Categories
Best Motion Picture – Drama
- The Brutalist – WINNER
- A Complete Unknown
- Conclave
- Dune: Part Two
- Nickel Boys
- September 5
Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy
- Anora
- Challengers
- Emilia Pérez - WINNER
- A Real Pain
- The Substance
- Wicked
Best Motion Picture – Animated
- Flow – WINNER
- Inside Out 2
- Memoir of a Snail
- Moana 2
–Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl
–The Wild Robot
Cinematic milestones include the highlight achievement category featured in films like Gladiator II, which contributed to industry standards this year alongside stunning achievements from other titles such as Wicked – WINNER.
!Cynthia Erivo and Team from Wicked
Non-English Language Film
In this category:
- All We Imagine as Light (India)
- Emilia Pérez (France) – WINNER
- The Girl with the Needle (Denmark)
- I’m Still Here (Brazil)
- The Seed of the Sacred Fig (Germany)
- Vermiglio (Italy)
Actor Performances
Lead Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama
Pamela Anderson claimed recognition with her role in The Last Showgirl, while Tilda Swinton starred in The Room Next Door, culminating with Fernanda Torres winning for I’m Still Here.
For Lead Actor, Adrien Brody bagged his award for The Brutalist, standing out against formidable competitors Timothée Chalamet and Colman Domingo.
- Female Actors: Demi Moore secured victory for her role in The Substance, while Zendaya turned heads but didn’t win.
- Male Actors were led by Sebastian Stan’s triumph through his work A Different Man.
!Adrien Brody at Golden Globes
Directors and Screenwriters
Brady Corbet received accolades as Best Director for his captivating work on The Brutalist. For screenplay writing honors, it was Conclave that emerged victorious among stiff competition from prolific writers across various cinematic works.
Music Achievements
When it comes to soundtracks:
- Best Original Score went to Challengers.
- In Original Song category, ”El Mal” from Emilia Pérez won hearts taking home top honors alongside contenders featuring music legends including Miley Cyrus.
Television Highlights
Dominating small-screen accomplishments:
Best Television Series – Drama
Shōgun topped its peers including beloved series such as Squid Game and Slow Horses by winning this coveted title.
Setting Comedic Benchmarks
Hacks shone brightly amongst series like Abbott Elementary while Baby Reindeer captured audiences’ affection within Limited Series formats confirming its success through quality storytelling dimensions highlighted during these accolades ceremonies designated towards TV performances too!
Individual Performances Recognized
For individual recognitions:
1.Female Actress Drama victories were honored by Anna Sawai stepping into confetti-filled celebrations through Shōgun.
2.Male counterparts featured Hiroyuki Sanada leading triumphantly within Shōgun too!
Awards continued diversifying throughout categories surfacing performers who conquered viewer hearts demonstrating transformative acting contours necessary toward shaping staple television culture reflections originating here today! Additionally recognized were stand-up acts where Ali Wong stole laughter amidst applause claiming first place within televised performance sections overall completing memorable evenings together!
It definitely marked another engaging phase filled with splendid moments celebrating artistic brilliance across media landscapes collectively holding us spellbound ensuring delightful anticipation ahead until next years’ festivities await!
