Golden Globes 2025: Big Night for Emilia Perez, Shogun
The Golden Globes 2025 was a star-studded affair that brought the glitz and glamour of Hollywood to the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles on January 5, 2025. With A-list celebrities gracing the red carpet and captivating performances celebrated on stage, this year’s ceremony showcased the best of film and television.
Golden Globes 2025: The Dominance of Emilia Perez and The Brutalist
The film category saw Emilia Perez and The Brutalist emerge as major winners, with their accolades cementing their place in cinematic history.
Emilia Perez: Leading with 10 nominations, Emilia Perez took home four awards:
- Best Motion Picture (Musical/Comedy): A clear highlight of the evening, Emilia Perez resonated with both audiences and critics for its humor and musical brilliance.
- Best Non-English Language Film: Adding another feather to its cap, the film proved its global appeal.
- Best Original Song: El Mal, with music and lyrics by Clement Ducol, Camille, and Jacques Audiard, left a lasting impression.
- Best Supporting Actress: Zoe Saldana’s emotional acceptance speech emphasized the strength and complexity of her co-stars Selena Gomez and Karla Sofia Gascon, as well as director Jacques Audiard’s vision.
The Brutalist: In the dramatic category, The Brutalist triumphed with three awards:
- Best Motion Picture (Drama): Its gripping narrative and masterful storytelling captivated viewers.
- Best Director: Brady Corbet’s direction secured him the top honor, surpassing acclaimed filmmakers like Payal Kapadia.
- Best Actor (Drama): Adrien Brody’s powerful performance received widespread acclaim.
While India’s All We Imagine As Light garnered significant attention with its nominations for Best Non-English Language Motion Picture and Best Director, it unfortunately went home empty-handed. Nonetheless, the presence of director Payal Kapadia, elegantly dressed in black, added a touch of Indian pride to the evening.
Stellar Wins in Television: Shogun Shines Bright
The television category belonged to Shogun, a historical drama that swept the awards with four wins in Golden Globes 2025:
- Best Series (Drama): The gripping narrative and powerful performances solidified its place as a fan favorite.
- Best Actress (Drama): Anna Sawai’s performance was a standout, earning her the top accolade.
- Best Actor (Drama): Hiroyuki Sanada’s riveting portrayal earned him well-deserved recognition.
- Best Supporting Actor: Tadanobu Asano’s role brought depth to the series and added another trophy to its tally.
Other notable wins in television included:
- Best Series (Musical/Comedy): Hacks continued its success streak.
- Best Limited Series, Anthology, or TV Film: Baby Reindeer took the top honor.
- Best Performance in Stand-Up Comedy: Ali Wong was celebrated for her standout comedic prowess.
Key Highlights of the Golden Globes 2025
- Wicked’s Achievement: Wicked received the Cinematic and Box Office Achievement award, introduced just last year, solidifying its place as a commercial and critical success.
- Screenplay Victory: Peter Straughan’s Conclave edged out tough competition from Emilia Perez to win Best Screenplay.
- Animated Excellence: Flow won Best Animated Film, captivating audiences of all ages.
- Star Appearances: From Jodie Foster’s win for True Detective: Night Country to Colin Farrell’s portrayal in The Penguin, the night honored diverse performances across genres.
A New Chapter for the Golden Globes
This year’s ceremony marked the second edition since the Hollywood Foreign Press Association transitioned to new ownership under Dick Clark Productions and Eldridge. The fresh approach was evident in the dynamic presentation and focus on diversity.
Full List of Winners
Film:
- Best Motion Picture (Drama): The Brutalist
- Best Motion Picture (Musical/Comedy): Emilia Perez
- Best Director: Brady Corbet (The Brutalist)
- Best Actress (Drama): Fernanda Torres (I’m Still Here)
- Best Actor (Drama): Adrien Brody (The Brutalist)
- Best Actress (Musical/Comedy): Demi Moore (The Substance)
- Best Actor (Musical/Comedy): Sebastian Stan (A Different Man)
- Best Supporting Actor: Kieran Culkin (A Real Pain)
- Best Supporting Actress: Zoe Saldana (Emilia Perez)
- Best Animated Film: Flow
- Best Non-English Language Film: Emilia Perez
- Best Screenplay: Conclave
- Best Original Score: Trent Reznor & Atticus Ross (Challengers)
- Best Original Song: El Mal (Emilia Perez)
- Cinematic and Box Office Achievement: Wicked
Television:
- Best Series (Drama): Shogun
- Best Series (Musical/Comedy): Hacks
- Best Limited Series, Anthology or TV Film: Baby Reindeer
- Best Actress (Drama): Anna Sawai (Shogun)
- Best Actor (Drama): Hiroyuki Sanada (Shogun)
- Best Actress (Musical/Comedy): Jean Smart (Hacks)
- Best Actor (Musical/Comedy): Jeremy Allen White (The Bear)
- Best Actress (Limited Series, Anthology or TV Film): Jodie Foster (True Detective: Night Country)
- Best Actor (Limited Series, Anthology or TV Film): Colin Farrell (The Penguin)
- Best Supporting Actress: Jessica Gunning (Baby Reindeer)
- Best Supporting Actor: Tadanobu Asano (Shogun)
- Best Performance in Stand-Up Comedy: Ali Wong
Closing Thoughts
The Golden Globes 2025 delivered an unforgettable evening that celebrated remarkable talent and visionary storytelling. With memorable wins from Emilia Perez and Shogun, this year’s ceremony will go down in history as a testament to the power of art in uniting and inspiring audiences worldwide.
