The film awards season has kicked off in full swing with the Atlanta Film Critics Circle (AFCC) and the Los Angeles Film Critics Association (LAFCA) announcing their winners for 2024. The AFCC praised landmark performances and significant films in their nominations. The top award for Best Picture was awarded to ‘Oppenheimer,’ while Best Director went to Martin Scorsese for ‘Killers of the Flower Moon.’ In the acting categories, Cillian Murphy captured Best Actor for his portrayal of J. Robert Oppenheimer, and Emma Stone won Best Actress for her performance in ‘Poor Things.’ The AFCC also highlighted awards for supporting roles, with Robert Downey Jr. winning Best Supporting Actor for ‘Oppenheimer’ and Emily Blunt taking the Best Supporting Actress honor for her role in ‘A Quiet Place Part II.’ Meanwhile, the LAFCA announced its winners, with ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ also taking home the Best Picture title. The prestigious critics group recognized awards for a wide array of categories, including special awards for outstanding contributions to cinema. The LAFCA special citation award went to director Hayao Miyazaki for his film ‘The Boy and the Heron.’ These accolades set the stage for an exciting awards season leading up to the Oscars, highlighting the best of cinematic achievements from the past year, showcasing diverse talents and impactful storytelling.
