The critics have spoken — and they’ve laid down a bold challenge to the rest of awards season. Heads turned overnight when the 31st Critics’ Choice Awards unveiled its film nominations, with Sinners roaring to the top with 17 nods, positioning it as the pre-eminent contender of the year. Hot on its heels was One Battle After Another, which scored 14 nominations, reinforcing a growing buzz around its dramatic scope and craftsmanship. Also in contention for Best Picture are films like Frankenstein, Hamnet, Marty Supreme, Sentimental Value, and Wicked: For Good — each vying to end the critics’ dominance with a surprising upset. With the shortlist for technical and craft categories expanded for the first time, some of this year’s under-the-radar films may also shine when the winners are revealed on January 4, 2026.
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