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Jessie Buckley Triumphs at Critics' Circle with Hamnet

2/4/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Jessie Buckley won Best Actress for Hamnet at the Critics' Circle Film Awards in London.
Hamnet, directed by Chloé Zhao, won three awards at the Girls On Film ceremony, including Best Feature Film.
The Girls On Film awards celebrate women-led filmmaking, emphasizing diversity and representation.
Buckley wore a shimmering Bottega Veneta gown at the Critics' Circle event.
The film was shot in Weobley, Herefordshire, set in 16th-century England.

History

Historical Context

Established in 2021, the Girls On Film Awards emerged amid a growing movement for gender equality in cinema, highlighted by organizations like Time's Up and the #MeToo movement. In 2019, women directed only 12% of top-grossing films, underscoring the industry's need for representation. Jessie Buckley's Best Actress win for Hamnet reflects a significant shift towards recognizing female talent in storytelling.

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Story summary

Jessie Buckley won Best Actress for Hamnet at the Critics' Circle Film Awards in London.
Hamnet, directed by Chloé Zhao, won three awards at the Girls On Film ceremony, including Best Feature Film.
The Girls On Film awards celebrate women-led filmmaking, emphasizing diversity and representation.
Buckley wore a shimmering Bottega Veneta gown at the Critics' Circle event.
The film was shot in Weobley, Herefordshire, set in 16th-century England.

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