“The 78th Golden Globe Awards has come and gone, but the impact of its winners will be felt for a long time to come. On a night that celebrated the best of Hollywood’s finest, two groundbreaking projects stole the show: ‘The Brutalist’ and ‘Emilia Perez’. The former, a gripping drama that delves into the dark recesses of the human psyche, took home the coveted award for Best Television Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television. Meanwhile, ‘Emilia Perez’, a trailblazing actress with a career spanning decades, was honored with the Best Actress in a Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television award for her tour-de-force performance. As the curtains closed on a night of glamour and glory, one thing became clear: these two triumphs are a testament to the power of storytelling and the enduring appeal of exceptional performances. In this article, we’ll delve into the details of their wins, exploring what makes them
Awards and Winners
Two wildly audacious films — Brady Corbet’s 215-minute postwar epic “The Brutalist” and Jacques Audiard’s Spanish language, genre-shifting trans musical “Emilia Perez” — won top honors at the 82nd Golden Globes on Sunday. The Globes, which are still finding their footing after years of scandal and makeover, scattered awards around to a number of films. But the awards group put its strongest support behind a pair of movies that sought to defy easy categorization. “The Brutalist” was crowned best film, drama, putting one of 2024’s most ambitious films on course to be a major contender at the Academy Awards. The film, shot in VistaVision and released with an intermission, also won best director for Corbet and best actor for Adrien Brody.
In his acceptance speech, Corbet spoke about filmmakers needing approval on the final cut. “I was told that this film was un-distributable,” said Corbet. “No one was asking for a three-and-half-hour film about a mid-century designer in 70mm. But it works.” “Emilia Pérez” won best film, comedy or musical, elevating the Oscar chances of Netflix’s top contender. It also won best supporting actress for Zoe Saldaña, best song (“El Mal”) and best non-English language film.
Karla Sofía Gascón, the film’s transgender star who plays a Mexican drug lord who undergoes gender affirming surgery, spoke for the film. “The light always wins over darkness,” said Gascón, gesturing to her brightly orange dress. “You can maybe put us in jail. You can beat us up. But you never can take away our soul or existence or identity.” “I am who I am. Not who you want.”
Surprise Wins and Snubs
Though the Globes audience was particularly starry, including nominees Zendaya, Timothée Chalamet, Angelina Jolie and Daniel Craig, most of the winners hailed from smaller, less seen films. That included some surprises. One was Demi Moore’s win for best actress in a comedy or musical. Her comeback performance in “The Substance,” about a Hollywood star who resorts to an experimental process to regain her youth, landed the 62-year-old Moore her first Globe — a victory that came over the heavily favored Mikey Madison of “Anora.”
Best actress, in a drama film, was a surprise, too. The Brazilian actress Fernanda Torres won for her performance in “I’m Still Here,” a based-on-a-true-story drama about a family living through the disappearance of political dissident Rubens Paiva in 1970s Rio de Janeiro. Best supporting actor in a musical or comedy went to Sebastian Stan for another movie about physical transformation: “A Different Man,” in which Stan plays a man with a deformed face who’s healed.
Nikki Glaser’s Opening Monologue
Comedian Nikki Glaser kicked off the Globes, with a promise: “I’m not here to roast you.” But Glaser, a stand-up whose breakthrough came in a withering roast of Tom Brady, made her way around the ballroom of the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California, on Sunday picking out plenty of targets in an opening monologue she had worked out extensively in comedy clubs beforehand.
Last year’s Globes, following a diversity and ethics scandal that led to the dissolution of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, were widely panned, but delivered where it counted: Ratings rebounded to about 10 million viewers, according to Nielsen. CBS, who waded in after NBC dumped the Globes, signed up for five more years.
Hosting the Globes: Challenges and Triumphs
CBS, who waded in after NBC dumped the Globes, signed up for five more years. Hosting the Globes two weeks before the inauguration of Donald Trump, Glaser reserved perhaps her most cutting line for the whole room of Hollywood stars. “You could really do any job in this town and get a standing ovation,” she said. “Except maybe be a journalist. We all know how that goes.”
Conclusion
Here’s a strong conclusion for the article:
As the curtains closed on the 78th Golden Globes, it was clear that the power of storytelling and outstanding performances had taken center stage. “The Brutalist” and “Emilia Perez” emerged victorious, capping off a night that will be remembered for years to come. The two films, with their bold narratives and captivating performances, have left an indelible mark on the film industry.
From the gripping drama of “The Brutalist” to the inspiring true story of “Emilia Perez”, these films have reminded us of the importance of human connection, perseverance, and the unifying power of storytelling. Their wins are a testament to the impact that cinema can have on our lives, inspiring us to be more empathetic, more compassionate, and more resilient.