Golden Globes: Joaquin Phoenix drops F-bombs, calls for action on climate change in speech

Actor Joaquin Phoenix's Golden Globes acceptance speech was laden with expletives, call for action on climate change and certain moments of reflection in a rambling address.

The Hollywood star took home the golden gong for the best actor in a motion picture - drama for his performance in "Joker", directed by Todd Phillips.

Phoenix started his speech thanking the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) for its "bold move" of serving a vegan feast at the award ceremony.

The decision to serve a vegan feast at the Golden Globes was made out of concern for climate change, the HFPA said earlier this week.

The actor then gave a shout-out to his fellow nominees.

"We all know there's no f****** competition between us. It's like thing that is created to sell advertisements for the TV show. I'm inspired by you.... f******
"Have you guys been sitting here all night? Do they bring you food? Do you have drinks?"
Asked about the HFPA's decision to serve vegan food only this year in the ballroom, the actor said, "This is the first time I've ever eaten the food at this ceremony."