Black Film Critics Circle: ‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom’ Named Best Film of Year (Exclusive)
Scott Feinberg
Viola Davis
Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom was the big winner in voting for the 10th annual Black Film Critics Circle Awards,
The Hollywood Reporter has learned.
George Wolfe’s film, which was adapted from
August Wilson’s 1984 play and is streaming on Netflix, won best film, best actor (the late
Chadwick Boseman), best actress (
Ruben Santiago-Hudson’s script).
Regina King (best director, in a tie),
Leslie Odom, Jr. (best supporting actor) and cast (best ensemble);
Nomadland’s
Minari’s
Tenet (best cinematography);