Get ready for the 2025 New York Film Critics Circle Awards, an event that truly ignites the passion of movie enthusiasts worldwide! This prestigious ceremony, often an early indicator of the upcoming awards season, is unique in its own right. It's not just about predicting the Oscars; it's a celebration of cinephiles and their love for the art of filmmaking.
The NYFCC, as it's fondly known, boasts an impressive membership, including IndieWire's very own Kate Erbland, David Ehrlich, and Ryan Lattanzio. In 2024, the NYFCC Awards recognized some incredible talent, with Brady Corbet's "The Brutalist" taking home the Best Film honor. But here's where it gets interesting: while some winners, like "Flow" for Animated Feature and Adrien Brody for Best Actor, went on to win Oscars, others, like Marianne Jean-Baptiste for Best Actress and RaMell Ross for Best Director, didn't receive the same recognition at the Academy Awards.
This year's awards, which will be held on January 6, 2026, promise to be just as exciting. And this is the part most people miss: the NYFCC Awards are a testament to the dedication of filmmakers and their craft. Take, for instance, the legendary John Ford, who, in 1942, chose to attend only one awards ceremony that year - the NYFCC Awards dinner - to accept his Best Director award for "How Green Was My Valley." Ford, a true artist, prioritized his Navy work over other awards, but he knew the NYFCC Awards were a cut above the rest.
So, without further ado, let's dive into the winners of the 2025 NYFCC Awards:
- Best First Film: "Eephus"
- Best Animated Feature: "KPop Demon Hunters"
- Best Non-Fiction Feature: "My Undesirable Friends: Part I – Last Air in Moscow"
- Best Supporting Actor: Benicio Del Toro, "One Battle After Another"
- Best Supporting Actress: [To be announced]
- Best Cinematography: [To be announced]
- Best International Film: "The Secret Agent"
- Best Screenplay: [To be announced]
- Best Actor: [To be announced]
- Best Actress: [To be announced]
- Best Director: [To be announced]
- Best Film: [To be announced]
Stay tuned for the full list of winners and get ready to celebrate the magic of cinema!
