Christopher Nolan has been named Best Director at the Golden Globes for the first time after six nominations.
The British filmmaker was recognised for his work on Oppenheimer, about the father of the atomic bomb.
The director collected the award on stage at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles, saying: "The only time I have only ever been on this stage before was accepting one of these on behalf of our dear friend Heath Ledger (the late actor who starred in his film The Dark Knight) and that was complicated and challenging for me.
"In the middle of speaking, Robert Downey Jr caught my eye and gave me a look of love and support, the same look he is giving me now, the same love and support he's shown so many people in our community over so many years.
"I thought it would be simpler accepting for myself, but as a director of course I accept on behalf of (everyone), as directors we bring people together, we try and get them to bring their best."
Source: press Association
