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Sinners Tops Nominations for Houston Film Critics Awards

1/12/2026

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Summary

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The Houston Film Critics Society will announce winners for its 20th annual awards on January 20.
The film "Sinners" leads with 14 nominations, while "One Battle After Another" has 13.
Chloé Zhao is nominated for Best Director for "Hamnet," and Guillermo del Toro is nominated for "Frankenstein."
Timothée Chalamet and Leonardo DiCaprio are Best Actor nominees, while Jessie Buckley and Emma Stone are Best Actress nominees.

History

Historical Context

Established in 2003, the Houston Film Critics Society aims to honor cinematic achievements, reflecting a broader trend in film criticism that began with organizations like the Boston Society of Film Critics, founded in 1981. The inaugural awards celebrated "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King," which won 11 Academy Awards, showcasing the industry's evolving narrative techniques and commitment to diverse storytelling.

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Story summary

The Houston Film Critics Society will announce winners for its 20th annual awards on January 20.
The film "Sinners" leads with 14 nominations, while "One Battle After Another" has 13.
Chloé Zhao is nominated for Best Director for "Hamnet," and Guillermo del Toro is nominated for "Frankenstein."
Timothée Chalamet and Leonardo DiCaprio are Best Actor nominees, while Jessie Buckley and Emma Stone are Best Actress nominees.

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