The 2023 Golden Globe Awards in Los Angeles recently celebrated the achievements of some of the biggest names in Hollywood. Demi Moore and Sebastian Stan were among the winners of the night. Moore won the best actress in a musical or comedy for her role in The Substance, a body horror film that has reignited her career. Stan, on the other hand, took home the award for best actor in a musical or comedy for A Different Man. Both actors delivered heartfelt speeches and expressed their gratitude for their wins.
Other notable winners of the night included Kieran Culkin and Zoe Saldaña, as well as TV series Baby Reindeer and Shōgun. While Blockbuster Wicked did not win any major prizes, it did receive recognition for box office and cinematic achievement. Moore’s acceptance speech shed light on the struggles she faced in her career and how she overcame them with the help of a unique script that reignited her passion for acting.
Culkin, who won best supporting actor, joked about his previous Golden Globe nomination when he was just a kid. Saldaña, who won best supporting actress for her role in Emilia Pérez, expressed her gratitude for the recognition. Emilia Pérez also won best non-English language film, with director Jacques Audiard emphasizing the importance of offering hope and comfort through his work. The night was also a celebration of the fans who showed unwavering support for films and TV series like Wicked and Baby Reindeer.
The animated feature category saw a surprising winner in the form of Flow, a film about animals working together to survive after a flood. Director Gints Zilbalodis from Latvia expressed his excitement at being recognized on such a prestigious platform. Baby Reindeer was named the best limited TV series, with creator Richard Gadd highlighting the importance of telling stories that resonate with the complexities of human experiences. Actress Jessica Gunning, who won best TV supporting actress, shared how her role in Baby Reindeer had a profound impact on her life.
Irish actor Colin Farrell also took home a Golden Globe for his portrayal of the Batman villain Penguin in an HBO series. His humorous speech reflected on the transformation process he underwent to embody the character. The Golden Globe Awards set the stage for the upcoming film awards season, leading up to the prestigious Oscars ceremony. A win at the Golden Globes can significantly boost a film’s chances of receiving nominations from other award shows, making it a vital event for the industry.
