The Golden Globes kicked off on January 5, 2025, ushering in the new year with dazzling outfits and shining awards. Hosted by stand-up comedian Nikki Glaser, the first solo female host in Globes’ history, the night was filled with safe, friendly roasts and memorable speeches.  

1. Emilia Pérez: “Emilia Pérez” won big at the Globes, taking home four out of the ten nominations it received, including Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy. A heartfelt story about the transition of a former cartel boss, it has received awards from the Cannes film festival and remains a film to watch out for in the upcoming Oscar race. 

1. Wicked: Although it received four nominations (and was referenced in Glaser’s jokes) “Wicked” surprisingly didn’t end up being too popular, and only snagged one win for Best Cinematic and Box Office Achievement. 

1. Fernanda Torres: For her role in “I’m Still Here,” a thriller about a woman investigating her husband’s disappearance, Fernanda Torres snagged the win for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama, making history as the first Brazilian actor to do so. In her speech, she talked about following in the footsteps of her mother, who was nominated for the award in 1999. 

1. The Brutalist: With seven nominations, “The Brutalist,” a historical drama about a visionary post-war architect, ended up winning Best Motion Picture – Drama, Best Director in Motion Picture, and Best Performance by a Male Actor in Motion Picture – Drama. 

1. Shogun: In the land of television, “Shogun” made its mark by going four-in-four; it ended up winning Best TV Drama, Best Actor (Hiroyuki Sanada), Best Actress (Anna Sawai), and Best Supporting Actor (Tadanobu Asano). Lauded for its impressive attention to historical detail, Shogun is set in the year 1600, on the brink of Japanese civil war.  

1. Baby Reindeer: The Netflix series “Baby Reindeer”, made its mark in winning Best Television Series and Best Supporting Actress on Television (Jessica Gunning). Based on the true story of Richard Gadd’s own experiences with abuse and stalking, the show is described as dark, yet captivating. 

1. Demi Moore: Nominated twice before, Demi Moore finally took home a Globe for Best Actress in a Musical or Comedy Motion Picture for her role as Elizabeth Sparkle in “The Substance.” In her speech the actress, overcome with emotion, referenced her decades-long struggle to be seen as more than a “popcorn” actress and her journey in the film industry. 

The Globes were all for diversity this year, with both established and newer actors and projects reaping the fruits of their labor. International talent was recognized, with many films from around the world being brought into the spotlight. As awards season kicks in, the Golden Globes proved to be a night to remember.