#1: Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, 76th Golden Globe Awards, 2019

Category: Best Motion Picture

Despite Quentin Tarantino’s undeniable talent as a filmmaker, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood fell short of the seismic impact of his previous works. Critiques from outlets like The Guardian, which suggested Tarantino was delving into increasingly macabre territories, and The New Yorker, which labeled the film “obscenely regressive,” underscored its divisive reception.

Nevertheless, amidst the mixed reviews, some critics hailed the film as a layered and ambitious piece of cinema. Despite the controversy, the film clinched the Best Motion Picture award at the Golden Globes, triumphing over cinematic gems like Dolemite Is My Name and Knives Out, sparking further debate and discussion in the film world.