At the 31st annual Critics' Choice Awards ceremony, held on the evening of 4/1 local time (morning of 5/1 Hanoi time), "One Battle After Another" triumphed over strong contenders such as "Frankenstein", "Hamnet", "Marty Supreme", "Sentimental Value", and "Sinners" to claim the top honor in the film categories. American filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson received both the best director and best adapted screenplay awards for his work on the film.
On stage, Anderson described the filmmaking process as a wonderful time in his career, suggesting that this spirit was clearly reflected on screen. "It's a testament to collaborating with colleagues I cherish. As someone once said, cinema isn't about awards or glamour, but about the people you get to work with," the director stated.
Despite the film's significant wins, Leonardo DiCaprio did not secure the best actor award. That honor went to Timothee Chalamet for his performance in "Marty Supreme". Nonetheless, critics still consider DiCaprio a strong contender for this year's Oscars.
"One Battle After Another" is the actor's latest film project. Its narrative centers on a political revolutionary movement, simultaneously depicting the father-son relationship of one of the organization's members.
Hollywood Reporter praised Leonardo for his outstanding performance, particularly in conveying the psychology of a desperate father searching for his daughter. The BBC noted the actor was "the emotional heart" of the film, especially in scenes portraying vulnerability and the struggle to overcome fear in a chaotic world.
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Leonardo DiCaprio's portrayal in "One Battle After Another". Photo: Warner Bros. |
In other film categories, Guillermo del Toro's "Frankenstein" and the horror film "Sinners" each won four awards. "Frankenstein" was recognized for best supporting actor (for Jacobi Elordi), production design, makeup and hairstyling, and costume design. "Sinners" earned awards for best original screenplay, casting, and score. The best young actor award went to 20-year-old Miles Caton.
"Kpop Demon Hunters" was named best animated feature, also winning best song for its hit "Golden". The Brazilian production "The Secret Agent" secured the award for best international film.
In the television categories, the series "Adolescence" garnered four awards, including best limited series. The show dominated the limited series acting categories, with wins for Stephen Graham (best actor), Owen Cooper (best supporting actor), and Erin Doherty (best supporting actress). Sarah Snook received the best actress award for her role in "All Her Fault".
"The Pitt" was honored as best drama series, also bringing home two awards for actors Noah Wyle and Katherine LaNasa. "The Studio" won best comedy series, with creator and lead actor Seth Rogen taking best actor, and co-star Ike Barinholtz receiving best supporting actor.
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Leonardo DiCaprio (second from left) and the cast of "One Battle After Another" applaud director Paul Thomas Anderson as he accepts the best picture award. Photo: Critics' Choice Awards |
The Critics' Choice Awards, presented by the Broadcast Film Critics Association (BFCA), an organization comprised of critics from nearly 200 television and radio stations in the US and Canada, was first held in 1995. This year, Chelsea Handler once again hosted the ceremony. She opened the awards with a tribute to director Rob Reiner, who passed away on 14/12 after being murdered by his son.
Cat Tien (according to Variety, People)
