NORTH TEXAS FILM CRITICS ASSOCIATION NAMES ‘NOMADLAND’ AS 2020’S BEST FILM

DALLAS – The North Texas Film Critics Association announced “Nomadland”  as the best film of 2020, according to the results of its annual critic’s poll.  

Coming in a close second was “The Trial of the Chicago 7.” 

“In a year that saw many changes, I believe we had a variety of choices in the world of film,” said NTFCA President Rita Cook. 

“Movies will always be a way to connect with other cultures, other ideas and we must make sure this continues. 

“In a time when we are not able to travel and see the world as we have done in the past, the importance of creating a connection with other cultures, trends and world changes through film has never been more necessary. 

“I believe the NTFCA membership has given a nod to a variety of worthy nominations. 

“We hope you will join us in recognizing our 2020 winners.”   

The North Texas Film Critics Association spends countless hours throughout the year viewing films to determine each year’s “best” in 12 categories. 

Most recently added was the GARY MURRAY AWARD for Best Ensemble, in honor of the organizations well-loved past president. This year that honor went to “The Trial of the Chicago 7.”   

Winners were announced this year as follows: 

BEST PICTURE

“Nomadland”

BEST ACTOR

Steven Yeun – “Minari”

BEST ACTRESS

Carey Mulligan – “Promising Young Woman”

BEST DIRECTOR

Chlo’ Zhao – “Nomandland”

BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR

Sacha Baron Cohen – “The Trial of the Chicago 7”

BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS

Yuh-jung Youn – “Minari”

BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY

Hoyte Van Hoytema – “Tenet”

BEST FOREIGN LANGUAGE FILM

“Minari” (Korea)

BEST DOCUMENTARY

“All In: The Fight for Democracy” 

BEST ANIMATED FILM

“Soul”

BEST NEWCOMER

Linda May – “Nomadland”

GARY MURRAY AWARD (Best Ensemble)

“The Trial of the Chicago 7”

About the North Texas Film Critics Association: The North Texas Film Critic Association consists of 15 broadcast, print and online journalists from throughout the North Texas area.