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Stars Shine at Critics Choice Celebration of Black Cinema

12/13/2025

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Filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson presented Ensemble awards to Teyana Taylor, Chase Infiniti, and Regina Hall at the Critics Choice Celebration of Black Cinema & Television.
Tom Cruise hosted a special screening of the Japanese film Kokuho, Japan's highest-grossing live-action film.
The event highlighted For Your Consideration (FYC) screenings, with many stars participating to attract Academy voters.
Janelle James humorously acknowledged support from various studios during her acceptance speech.

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Filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson presented Ensemble awards to Teyana Taylor, Chase Infiniti, and Regina Hall at the Critics Choice Celebration of Black Cinema & Television.
Tom Cruise hosted a special screening of the Japanese film Kokuho, Japan's highest-grossing live-action film.
The event highlighted For Your Consideration (FYC) screenings, with many stars participating to attract Academy voters.
Janelle James humorously acknowledged support from various studios during her acceptance speech.