NEW DELHI: “Oppenheimer,” a sweeping exploration of J. Robert Oppenheimer and the creation of the atomic bomb, claimed the spotlight at the 81st Golden Globe Awards with five wins, including the coveted title of best motion picture drama. The film’s success mirrored its earlier dominance at the summer box office.
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.
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.