Celebrating the talent and creativity at the Nashville Film Awards 2024.
The seventh annual Music City Film Critics’ Association awards saw Nashville dazzled by the best of 2024 cinema. Denis Villeneuve’s ‘Dune: Part Two’ led with ten nominations and won four key awards, including Best Picture. Horror films also made waves, with ‘Nosferatu’ taking home three awards. Highlights included accolades for Demi Moore and Margaret Qualley in ‘The Substance’ and a special mention for Nashville’s own Maisy Stella. Local comedy ‘Hundreds of Beavers’ was honored with the Jim Ridley Award, affirming Nashville’s vibrant film scene.
Nashville has rolled out the red carpet for the seventh annual Music City Film Critics’ Association (MCFCA) awards, delivering excitement and recognition to the best films and talent of 2024. This year’s event proved to be a memorable one, filled with some stunning films and a little friendly competition.
Leading the pack was Denis Villeneuve’s breathtaking sci-fi extravaganza, Dune: Part Two, which garnered an impressive total of ten nominations. And it didn’t just show up; it cleaned house with four major wins including Best Picture, Best Director for Villeneuve himself, Best Sound, and Best Action Film. It’s clear that audiences and critics alike are still buzzing from the visual and storytelling prowess of this epic saga.
Horror films have had their moment in the spotlight, and this year was no different. Robert Eggers’ spine-chilling remake of Nosferatu left an indelible mark on the awards, taking home a total of three awards. Its masterclass in horror craft was recognized with accolades for Best Cinematography, Best Production Design, and Best Horror Film. It seems the critics have fallen under its spell!
In a year that celebrated a variety of talent, Coralie Fargeat’s gripping film The Substance made waves by snatching up two significant acting awards: Best Actress for Demi Moore and Best Supporting Actress for Margaret Qualley, highlighting the power of female storytelling and performance. There was also a special shoutout for Nashville’s very own Maisy Stella, who was recognized as Best Young Actress for her enchanting role in My Old Ass.
Is there anything more quintessentially Nashville than celebrating its very own filmmakers? The coveted Jim Ridley Award, which honors films that embody the spirit of Nashville and Tennessee, was bestowed upon the micro-budget comedy Hundreds of Beavers. This quirky slapstick flick received glowing recommendations, with some critics lauding it as a must-see for a communal theater experience!
The winner’s list kept the energy high with a selection of remarkable films and talented individuals:
With so many talented individuals and inventive films being highlighted this year, Nashville continues to cement its place as a vibrant hub for cinema. The MCFCA, made up of 40 dedicated film critics from the area, promises more excitement as they prepare to launch their annual Jim Ridley Film Poll at the end of January. Let’s keep the popcorn popping and the discussions rolling!
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