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"The Ninth Configuration" triumphed at the Golden Globes, garnering the prestigious award for Best Screenplay. This accolade recognized the film's exceptional storytelling, deftly crafted by William Peter Blatty, the creative mind behind the acclaimed horror classic "The Exorcist." Blatty's screenplay deftly weaves together themes of madness, spirituality, and human frailty, resulting in a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant cinematic experience.