‘Wonder Woman’ wins Critics Choice Award for “Best Action Movie”, Gal Gadot gives moving speech

Last night was the 2018 Critics Choice Awards, and Gal Gadot and Wonder Woman didn’t go home empty handed.

Wonder Woman won “Best Action Movie”, and Gadot showed off her excitement on social media.

Thank you to the Critics for recognizing Wonder Woman as best action movie!! @CriticsChoice pic.twitter.com/Knn7gZBVAu

— Gal Gadot (@GalGadot) January 12, 2018

Gadot was also presented with the #SeeHer Award, which recognizes actresses who “push boundaries on changing stereotypes and recognize the importance of accurately portraying women across the entertainment landscape.” Last year Suicide Squad star Viola Davis received the award, and you can watch Gal Gadot’s moving acceptance speech from last night below.