At the 82nd Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills, California on January 5, Demi Moore received her first major acting award in her 45-year career. The award represents an important landmark for the experienced actress who was on the verge of quitting the industry prior to her award-winning performance.
In the body-horror film “The Substance”, Moore, 62, delivers a performance that earned her the Best Actress in a Musical/Comedy award. Her character is an actress experiencing a career slump who resorts to a drug that recreates a younger version of herself. During her emotional acceptance speech, Moore stated, “I’m just in shock right now. I’ve been doing this a long time, like over 45 years, and this is the first time that I’ve ever won anything as an actor.”
The actress opened up about a significant moment in her career when, 30 years ago, a producer labeled her a “popcorn actress,” implying that the Golden Globe Award was out of her reach.
Expanding on her near decision to quit acting Moore mentioned that she had felt unfulfilled and was contemplating leaving the industry, just before she received the compelling script for “The Substance”.
Another seasoned actress, Jodie Foster, 62, was honored with her fifth Golden Globe, winning Best Actress in a Limited Series for “True Detective: Night Country.” Foster admitted feeling satisfied with her career progression, stating, “This is the most contented moment of my career.”
The 82nd Golden Globe Awards took place at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles, California. The event celebrated exceptional accomplishments in film and television, with a notable number of first-time winners and diverse talent acknowledged across multiple categories.
Nikki Glaser hosted the ceremony, which was noted for its vibrant atmosphere and memorable speeches. Glaser’s opening monologue set a positive tone for the evening, with her humor resonating well with the audience.
In a touching moment, Dakota Fanning attended the event accompanied by her grandmother. Fanning posted a picture of the pair on social media with the caption, “Only pic I need,” emphasizing their close family relationship.
Attendees and the media took notice when Vin Diesel and Dwayne Johnson, known for their public disputes, were seen interacting cordially. Their interaction was a significant highlight of the night.
Film Categories:
The period drama “The Brutalist,” directed by Brady Corbet, took home the Best Motion Picture – Drama award. Adrien Brody’s portrayal of the lead character won him the Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama award. In his acceptance speech, Brody said, “This role was a profound journey into a complex character, and I’m honored to be recognized for it.”
The musical crime thriller “Emilia Pérez,” directed by Jacques Audiard, was a big winner, taking four awards, including Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy. The film also won Best Non-English Language Film and Best Supporting Actress for Zoe Saldaña. Saldaña said, “Being part of ‘Emilia Pérez’ was a transformative experience, and this recognition means the world to me.”
Fernanda Torres became the first Brazilian actress to win the Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama award for “I’m Still Here.” Torres, 59, said, “I never imagined this moment would come; it’s truly surreal.”
Sebastian Stan was honored with the Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy award for “A Different Man,” demonstrating his range as an actor.
Television Categories:
The television series “Shōgun” was a big winner, securing four awards, including Best Television Series – Drama. Anna Sawai and Hiroyuki Sanada, cast members, were recognized for their performances, with Sawai saying, “Being part of ‘Shōgun’ has been a remarkable journey, and this recognition is truly humbling.”
“Hacks” won Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy, with Jean Smart receiving praise for her leading role. Smart expressed her gratitude, saying, “This role has been one of the highlights of my career, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to bring such a complex character to life.”
“Baby Reindeer” won Best Limited Series, Anthology Series, or Motion Picture Made for Television. The series’ engaging narrative and performances attracted both audiences and critics.
