The 82nd Golden Globe Awards took place on January 5, 2025, at the Beverly Hilton, showcasing a night of remarkable performances and memorable moments. Leading the charge was Emilia Pérez, which secured an impressive four wins, including Best Picture (Comedy or Musical), a signal that it is a frontrunner for this year’s Oscars.

This year’s ceremony, hosted by Nikki Glaser, brought a refreshing vibe after the previous year's criticisms of Jo Koy's performance. Glaser's humor ranged from industry critiques to playful jabs at Hollywood's past. Reflecting on the ceremony's significance amidst ongoing changes in the entertainment industry, Glaser's lively hosting contributed to an enjoyable evening.

Among the night's biggest winners, The Brutalist was recognized as Best Motion Picture – Drama, with Adrien Brody earning the Best Actor award and Brady Corbet recognized for Best Director. The film’s success established it as a significant contender in this year’s awards landscape.

However, the evening ultimately belonged to Jacques Audiard's Emilia Pérez. Apart from winning Best Musical or Comedy, it also garnered accolades for Zoe Saldaña as Best Supporting Actress and Best Non-English Language Film. The original song “El Mal” further illustrated its dominance (source: Le Monde).

In another highlight, the adaptation of Shōgun swept the drama categories, taking home four awards, including Best Television Series – Drama. While Hiroyuki Sanada and Anna Sawai clinched the top acting honors, this marked a pivotal moment for Asian representation in premium television productions (source: Reuters).

Notable surprises included Demi Moore's win for Best Actress in a Musical or Comedy for her role in The Substance, marking a heartwarming return for the actress. Meanwhile, Brazil's Fernanda Torres won Best Actress in a Drama for I'm Still Here, an unexpected but well-deserved recognition for her performance (source: Newsweek).

Interestingly, despite anticipation, the musical Wicked underperformed at the awards, only claiming a single win for Cinematic and Box Office Achievement. This raised questions about its prospects for the upcoming Oscar nominations.

On the television front, established favorites like Hacks and The Bear continued their winning streak, while Baby Reindeer took home the award for Best Limited Series. Colin Farrell's performance in The Penguin also earned him accolades, and Ali Wong stood out with her comedy prowess (source: Le Monde).

As this year's award season kicks off, all eyes are on the upcoming Oscar nominations, set to be announced on January 17, 2025, positioning the Golden Globes as a crucial indicator of this year's trends and triumphs in the film industry.