Conclave triumphs at SAG Awards and Timothée Chalamet wins best actor, upending Oscars predictions

The 31st Screen Actors Guild Awards took place on Sunday, and the papal thriller Conclave emerged as the big winner, taking home the award for best ensemble. The film, directed by Edward Berger, is set in the Vatican and follows the election of a new pope. The win comes at a poignant time as Pope Francis remains in critical condition after a respiratory crisis, and the cast of Conclave sent their best wishes to him during the ceremony.

In a surprising turn of events, Timothée Chalamet won the award for best actor for his role in the film A Complete Unknown. The 29-year-old actor expressed gratitude for the honor and spoke about his dedication to his craft, stating that he is in pursuit of greatness and hopes to be remembered as one of the greats in the industry.

The SAG Awards are often seen as a precursor to the Oscars, and the wins for Conclave and Chalamet have added a new level of unpredictability to the upcoming Academy Awards. Despite Anora being the frontrunner in previous guild awards, Conclave’s success at the SAG Awards has thrown the competition wide open.

Demi Moore also had a successful night, winning the award for outstanding performance by a female actor in a leading role for her performance in The Substance. Moore, who has been vocal about being pigeonholed as a “popcorn actress,” delivered a powerful speech about the importance of belief and perseverance in the face of adversity.

The ceremony was not without its political moments, with Jane Fonda receiving the Life Achievement Award and using her platform to address the current political climate. Fonda spoke about the need for unity and resistance in the face of challenges, urging the audience to stand together in the fight for justice.

Other winners of the night included Kieran Culkin for best supporting actor in A Real Pain and Emilia Perez for best female supporting actor in Netflix’s Oscar favorite, Saldana. The evening also saw wins for Colin Farrell, Jean Smart, and Martin Short, among others.

Overall, the 31st Screen Actors Guild Awards was a night of celebration and recognition for the talented actors and actresses in the industry. With the Oscars just around the corner, the competition is heating up, and it remains to be seen who will come out on top on Hollywood’s biggest night.