The 30th Critics Choice Awards nominations have been announced, and while many notable films and actors have been recognized, several surprises and omissions have been noted. The nominations were announced on December 13, and the awards ceremony will take place on January 9, 2022.
One of the most notable surprises is the absence of several films that were expected to receive nominations in major categories. For example, “The Matrix Resurrections” was not nominated for Best Action Movie, despite receiving widespread critical acclaim. Similarly, “The Many Saints of Newark” was not nominated for Best Drama Series, despite receiving positive reviews from critics.
In terms of acting nominations, several notable actors were snubbed, including Lady Gaga for her role in “House of Gucci” and Denzel Washington for his role in “The Tragedy of Macbeth”. Both actors were expected to receive nominations, but ultimately did not make the cut.
Another notable omission is the lack of representation for women and people of color in several categories. For example, only one woman was nominated for Best Director, and only two people of color were nominated for acting awards. This lack of representation has been a topic of discussion in the film industry for several years, and it is disappointing to see that the Critics Choice Awards did not do more to recognize the contributions of women and people of color.
On the other hand, several films and actors did receive nominations, and their inclusion is a welcome surprise. For example, “CODA” received several nominations, including Best Picture and Best Director, and “The Power of the Dog” received nominations for Best Picture and Best Actor. Both films have received widespread critical acclaim, and their inclusion in the nominations is well-deserved.
Overall, the 30th Critics Choice Awards nominations have been met with a mix of surprise and disappointment. While several notable films and actors have been recognized, several omissions have been noted, and the lack of representation for women and people of color is a disappointment.
Here is a full list of the nominations:
Best Picture:
“Belfast”
“CODA”
“Don’t Look Up”
“Dune”
“The Power of the Dog”
“West Side Story”
Best Director:
Kenneth Branagh – “Belfast”
Jane Campion – “The Power of the Dog”
Denis Villeneuve – “Dune”
Adam McKay – “Don’t Look Up”
Aaron Sorkin – “Being the Ricardos”
Best Actor:
Will Smith – “King Richard”
Benedict Cumberbatch – “The Power of the Dog”
Denzel Washington – “The Tragedy of Macbeth” (not nominated)
Leonardo DiCaprio – “Don’t Look Up”
Andrew Garfield – “Tick, Tick… Boom!”
Best Actress:
Lady Gaga – “House of Gucci” (not nominated)
Jessica Chastain – “The Eyes of Tammy Faye”
Olivia Colman – “The Lost Daughter”
Nicole Kidman – “Being the Ricardos”
Kristen Stewart – “Spencer”
Best Supporting Actor:
Ben Affleck – “The Tender Bar”
Jamie Dornan – “Belfast”
Troy Kotsur – “CODA”
Jared Leto – “House of Gucci”
Jesse Plemons – “The Power of the Dog”
Best Supporting Actress:
Caitriona Balfe – “Belfast”
Kirsten Dunst – “The Power of the Dog”
Marlee Matlin – “CODA”
Ruth Negga – “Passing”
Ann Dowd – “Mass”
