Crafts People, Watch Duty Fire App CEO Honored at American Cinematheque Event–First Awards Ceremonies Since the LA Fire Disasters
Jan25

Crafts People, Watch Duty Fire App CEO Honored at American Cinematheque Event–First Awards Ceremonies Since the LA Fire Disasters

Tribute to the Crafts honored Watch Duty’s John Mills, presented with the award by Steve Guttenberg The American Cinematheque’s 4th Annual Tribute to the Crafts was the entertainment industry’s first awards show since the January 7 wildfires swept through Los Angeles, and the ceremonies set the perfect tone in the wake of the disasters. No tuxedos or gowns for this gig held at Hollywood’s historic Egyptian Theater, just casual...

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Oscar Nods Are In: ‘Emilia Pérez’ Leads With 13; ‘Wicked’ and ‘The Brutalist’ Score 10 Each
Jan23

Oscar Nods Are In: ‘Emilia Pérez’ Leads With 13; ‘Wicked’ and ‘The Brutalist’ Score 10 Each

No foreign language film has ever scored this many Academy Award nominations as Emilia Pérez just did, with 13. Wicked and The Brutalist followed with 10 apiece. These films will compete for the grand prize of Best Picture at the Oscars on March 2, along with Anora, A Complete Unknown, Conclave, Dune: Part Two, I’m Still Here, Nickel Boys and The Substance. As always on Oscar nomination day, there is talk of who didn’t get nominated....

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‘Challengers,’ ‘A Complete Unknown’ Among Top Writers Guild Awards Screenplay Nominations
Jan15

‘Challengers,’ ‘A Complete Unknown’ Among Top Writers Guild Awards Screenplay Nominations

The expert purveyors of the written word have spoken. After several delays due to respect for all those in Southern California affected by the monstrous wildfires, the Writers Guild of America announced its nominees for the 2025 WGA Awards. The original screenplay nominees are A Real Pain, Anora, Challengers, Civil War and My Old Ass. The adapted screenplay nominees are A Complete Unknown, Dune: Part Two, Hit Man,...

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‘Emilia Pérez’ and ‘Conclave’ Lead BAFTA Film Awards Nominations
Jan15

‘Emilia Pérez’ and ‘Conclave’ Lead BAFTA Film Awards Nominations

Will a film about the dramatic process of choosing a new pope win the top prize at the BAFTA Film Awards? It’s a strong possibility as Conclave earned 12 British Academy nominations. Especially if the Edward Berger-directed film follows in the footsteps of his previous picture, All Quiet on the Western Front, which swept seven BAFTAs two years ago, including Best Film. Nipping at its heels is the musical about a drug lord switching...

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Directors of ‘The Brutalist’ And ‘A Complete Unknown’ Among DGA Awards Nominees
Jan08

Directors of ‘The Brutalist’ And ‘A Complete Unknown’ Among DGA Awards Nominees

One of these men, and yes, they are all men, will win the top trophy at the DGA Awards. Jacques Audiard (Emilia Perez), Sean Baker (Anora), Edward Berger (Conclave), Golden Globe winner Brady Corbet (The Brutalist) and James Mangold (A Complete Unknown) are the nominees for the marquee Theatrical Film Award announced January 8 by the Directors Guild. They will be awarded February 8 in non-televised ceremonies taking place at the...

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