Monday, 18 January 2010

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Avatar wins two Golden Globes

Jeff Bridges and Sandra Bullock also honoured

James Cameron won the Best Director Golden Globe for Avatar

Avatar was the big winner at last night's Golden Globes.

The sci-fi epic was named Best Film Drama and James Cameron, 55, took home Best Director. 

'This is the best job in the world,' he said. 'What we do is make entertainment for a global audience.'

Jeff Bridges, 60, received a standing ovation after winning Best Dramatic Actor for Crazy Heart.

'You're really screwing up my underappreciated status here,' he joked. 

Sandra Bullock and Meryl Streep, 60, were also honoured at ceremony, taking home prizes for Best Dramatic Actress and Best Actress In A Musical Or Comedy respectively. 

Other winners included Robert Downey Jr for Best Comedy Actor for Sherlock Holmes and Mo'Nique for Best Supporting Actress for Precious.

Director Martin Scorsese, 67, received a special award for his outstanding contribution to entertainment.

Ricky Gervais hosted the ceremony at LA's Beverly Hilton Hotel.

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