The Golden Globes night brought a wave of triumphs as films like The Fabelmans and The Banshees of Inisherin predicted strong wins, guiding a gala that highlighted notable achievements across both film and television. Among the standout moments were three prizes claimed by Argentina 1985 and Colegio Abbot, with the latter earning the Golden Globe for best foreign film.
Steven Spielberg’s autobiographical The Fabelmans emerged as a central force, securing top honors for best dramatic film and best director. Inisherin’s Banshees, Martin McDonagh’s acclaimed screenplay-driven drama, earned three of its eight nominations, taking home Best Musical or Comedy Film, Best Musical or Comedy Actor for Colin Farrell, and Best Screenplay for McDonagh himself.
The Fabelmans and Inisherin’s Banshees were widely regarded as Oscar statuette contenders, underscoring Spielberg’s sustained impact in the industry. Spielberg spoke candidly about the personal nature of The Fabelmans, describing it as a film that revisits chapters from his life and career, beginning with a young artist in Ohio and tracing the family dynamics and choices that helped shape his artistic voice.
The Fabelmans offers a piercing look at its creator’s youth, starting in 1952 and tracing the artist’s evolving relationship with cinema, the pull of family tensions, moves between states such as Arizona and California, and the subtle and not-so-subtle anti-Semitism encountered during formative years.
The Banshees of Inisherin, in contrast, captured the top prize among all nominees and claimed three statuettes out of eight nominations. This British film traces the decades-long friendship of two men, Pádraic and Colm, as Colm abruptly ends their bond. Encouraged by Pádraic’s sister and a friend facing his own struggles, the story follows a desperate effort to restore the connection, only to escalate into dramatic, unsettling consequences. The film’s release in Spain is scheduled for February 3, delaying its reception there.
The ceremony also recognized Cate Blanchett as Best Dramatic Actress for TAR, a project directed by Todd Field that delves into the cutthroat world of classical music. Blanchett’s win, noted by many observers, came despite her absence from the gala.
Austin Butler was honored as Best Dramatic Actor for Elvis, while Michelle Yeoh and Ke Huy Quan shared top honors in the acting categories for Everything Everywhere All at Once, taking home Best Musical or Comedy Actor and Best Supporting Actor, respectively. Angela Bassett earned recognition for her portrayal of Queen Ramonda in Marvel’s Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, winning Best Supporting Actress.