Celebrating the Best of Film and Television: Highlights from the 29th SAG

As Hollywood gears up for the upcoming Academy Awards, one of the most prestigious events in the film industry, the Screen Actors Guild Awards(SAG Awards 2023), or SAG Awards, have already taken place. The 29th annual SAG Awards held on February 26, 2023, celebrated the best performances in film and television from the past year.

The ceremony was hosted by Kristen Bell and broadcasted live on TNT and TBS, and featured a diverse range of winners from various genres and categories. One of the most notable moments of the night was the tribute to late actor Sidney Poitier, who passed away earlier this month.

In the film categories, “Licorice Pizza,” a nostalgic coming-of-age story set in the 1970s, emerged as the big winner, taking home four awards, including Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture, which is considered the SAG Awards‘ equivalent of Best Picture. The film’s stars, Alana Haim and Cooper Hoffman, also won Best Lead Actress and Best Lead Actor, respectively, while Tom Waits received the award for Best Supporting Actor.

In the television categories, the critically acclaimed drama series “Succession” continued its awards season dominance, winning both Best Ensemble in a Drama Series and Best Male Actor in a Drama Series for Brian Cox’s performance as the ruthless media mogul Logan Roy. Meanwhile, “Hacks,” a comedy series about a veteran comedian and a young comedy writer, won three awards, including Best Ensemble in a Comedy Series and Best Female Actor in a Comedy Series for Jean Smart’s portrayal of the titular character.

The SAG Awards are particularly noteworthy because they are voted on by actors themselves, making them a unique reflection of the opinions of those within the industry. As such, the winners and nominees often provide insight into the types of performances and projects that are most appreciated and respected by those working in Hollywood.

This year’s SAG Awards also featured several speeches that touched on important social and political issues, with many winners using their platform to address topics such as diversity, inclusion, and the ongoing struggle for equity and justice in the entertainment industry.

Overall, the 29th SAG Awards provided a fitting tribute to the best and brightest in the world of film and television and gave audiences a glimpse into the trends and themes that are shaping the industry today. As we look ahead to the Academy Awards, it will be interesting to see how these results and sentiments are reflected in the wider awards season conversation, and what this could mean for the future of Hollywood.

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“Everything Everywhere All at Once” cast members accept the award for outstanding performance by a cast in a motion picture.

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