Bruce Campbellbrought jokes to the Burbank Marriott on Tuesday, where, as host of the 46th annual Saturn Awards, he presided over an evening filled with sincere appreciation for being able to even be in the same room as other people who love genre storytelling. “Don’t worry — everyone here is vaccinated, so if this were a horror movie, you’d be the virgin,” he told the crowd.
The night featured special tributes to honorees includingChristopher Lloyd, the inaugural recipient of theRobert ForsterArtist’s Award, as well as writer/directorMike Flanagan, who told a wry story about emailing Campbell in the mid-’90s to ask for advice on his fledgling film career — and actually getting a reply back.The Expansewas also recognized with the Television Spotlight Award, while Marvel’sVictoria Alonsoreceived the Producers Showcase Award for her labors in overseeing the MCU’s film and TV efforts.
Due to the pandemic, the Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror Films extended the eligibility period for this year’s awards to encompass both 2019 as well as 2020, which is whyStar Wars: Episode IX - The Rise of SkywalkerandOnce Upon a Time in Hollywoodwere well-represented amongst the winners below. On the TV side of things,The Boyswas recognized for Best Superhero Adaptation Television Series, whilePatrick Stewartwas named the Best Actor on Television forStar Trek: PicardandOutlander’sCaitriona Balfewon for best actress.
In addition,Star Trek: Discoverywon for both Best Science Fiction TV Series andDoug Jones' work as Saru, whileThe MandalorianandStar Wars: The Clone Warswere also recognized. Check out the full winners' list below.
FILM AWARDS
Best Science Fiction Film:Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker
Best Comic-to-Film Motion Picture:Joker
Best Fantasy Film:Once Upon a Time… In Hollywood
Best Horror Film:The Invisible Man
Best Action/Adventure Film:Mulan
Best Thriller Film:Knives Out
Best International Film:Parasite
Best Animated Film:Onward
Best Independent Film:Encounter
Best Actor: John David Washington (Tenet)
Best Actress: Elizabeth Moss (The Invisible Man)
Best Supporting Actor: Bill Hader (It Chapter 2)
Best Supporting Actress: Ana De Armas (Knives Out)
Best Performance by a Younger Actor: Kyliegh Curran (Doctor Sleep)
Best Director: J.J. Abrams (Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker)
Best Writing: Quentin Tarantino (Once Upon a Time… In Hollywood)
Best Production Design: Barbara Ling (Once Upon a Time… In Hollywood)
Best Editing: Bob Ducsay (Knives Out)
Best Music: John Williams (Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker)
Best Costume: Bina Daigeler (Mulan)
Best Make-Up: Amanda Knight, Neal Scanlan (Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker)
Best Special Effects: Roger Guyett, Neal Scanlan, Patrick Tubach, Dominic Tuohy (Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker)
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