North Carolina Film Critics Association
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| Abbreviation | NCFCA |
|---|---|
| Formation | 2012 |
| Founder | Kenneth R. Morefield |
| Purpose | Film journalism |
Key people | Douglas Davidson (president) |
| Website | ncfilmcritics |
The North Carolina Film Critics Association (NFCA) is an association of professional film critics and journalists who are based in or write for North Carolina based outlets.[1] The organization was founded in 2012 by Kenneth R. Morefield. The current president is Douglas Davidson.
Since its inception, the NCFCA has given out annual awards that celebrate the best of film each year. These awards have been recognized by established print media such as Variety.[2]
Membership[edit]
All members of the NCFCA must either be established in North Carolina, or contributing to an outlet based in North Carolina. To qualify, members must contribute to a recognized film outlet at least once a month. As of 2021, the organization consists of 55 members, including writers for film-related print media and websites such as The Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, and CinemaBlend.[3][4][5]
Awards[edit]
The NCFCA Awards have been held annually since the organization's founding in 2012. Awards are given in 26 categories. Nominations are usually announced in the final week of December, and winners are announced in the first week of January. A special award, the Ken Hanke Memorial Tar Heel Award, is given to actors or productions with North Carolina connections.[6]
Current categories[edit]
- Best Narrative Film
- Best Documentary
- Best Animated Film
- Best Foreign Language Film
- Best Director
- Best Actor
- Best Actress
- Best Supporting Actor
- Best Supporting Actress
- Best Acting Ensemble
- Best Vocal Performance in Animation or Mixed Media
- Best Original Screenplay
- Best Adapted Screenplay
- Best Cinematography
- Best Editing
- Best Costume Design
- Best Hair & Make-Up
- Best Production Design (includes Set & Art Direction)
- Best Score
- Best Original Song
- Best Sound Design
- Best Special Effects
- Best Directorial Debut
- Best Stunt Coordination
- Breakthrough Performance; honoring acting talent for an outstanding film debut, or for a transformative performance in a lead or supporting role.
- Lifetime Achievement Award; honoring filmmakers who have left a legendary mark on the world of cinema
- Ken Hanke Memorial Tar Heel Award; honoring talent or productions with North Carolina connections
References[edit]
- ↑ "Meet Our Members". NCFCA. Retrieved December 28, 2021.
- ↑ Davis, Clayton. "'Minari' Wins Big With North Carolina Film Critics Association, Chloé Zhao's Directing Winning Streak Continues". Variety. Retrieved December 28, 2021.
- ↑ "MEMBER PROFILE - Sean O'Connell". Critics Choice Association. Retrieved December 28, 2021.
- ↑ Beale, Lewis. "'Dark Waters' and 'The Report' join the many whistleblower films about righting wrongs". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved December 28, 2021.
- ↑ "Sean O'Connell". NCFCA. Retrieved December 28, 2021.
- ↑ "The NC Film Critics Association Awards Timeline". NCFCA. Retrieved December 28, 2021.
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