Oppenheimer dominates 81st Golden Globe Awards with five wins

Meanwhile, “Poor Things,” a feminist reinterpretation of the Frankenstein tale, secured the honor for best motion picture, musical or comedy, marking one of its two victories in the post-modern film category.

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On the television front, “Succession,” a satirical portrayal of a Murdoch-esque media mogul and his dysfunctional family, clinched four prestigious prizes, with “The Bear,” a narrative following a struggling Chicago restaurant, earning three awards, including best comedy series and best leading actor and actress in a musical or comedy for Jeremy Allen White and Ayo Edebiri.

“Beef,” a dramedy delving into the aftermath of a road rage incident, also garnered three accolades, securing the title of best limited series along with acting honours for Ali Wong and Steven Yeun. Lee Sung Jin, the show’s creator, expressed gratitude to a real-life driver whose experience inspired the series, stating, “Sir, I hope you honk and yell and inspire others for years to come.”

Christopher Nolan, the visionary behind “Oppenheimer,” clinched the best director award, leveraging his blockbuster success to helm a $100 million drama about a physicist. Cillian Murphy, portraying the brooding scientist at the film’s center, was recognised as the best actor in a drama, and the film was additionally honored for its evocative score.

Lily Gladstone received the best female actor in a drama award for her role as an Osage woman targeted for her oil wealth in “Killers of the Flower Moon,” acknowledging the historic moment for the indigenous community. Emma Stone was honored as the best female actor in a comedy for her portrayal of a childlike woman embarking on a journey of sexual and emotional discovery in “Poor Things.”

Paul Giamatti, named the best actor in a comedy for his caustic prep school instructor role in “The Holdovers,” dedicated his award to teachers, emphasising the importance of respecting their challenging profession.

The 81st Golden Globe Awards celebrated a diverse array of cinematic and television achievements, reaffirming the industry’s commitment to recognising outstanding talent across various genres and narratives.