1940 Film Awards Season
Discover the full movie awards season from $1940, covering the most prestigious honors in filmmaking. Browse major ceremonies like the Oscars, Golden Globes, Cannes, and BAFTAs – with detailed info on winners, nominees, categories, and memorable red carpet moments.
The 12th Academy Awards were held on February 29, 1940 at the Coconut Grove of the Ambassador Hotel, honoring movies released in 1939. The ceremony celebrated outstanding achievements in directing, acting, cinematography, production design, and music. Notable honors included Victor Fleming’s win for directing Gone with the Wind, Vivien Leigh’s performance in the same film, and the Irving G. Thalberg Memorial Award to David O. Selznick.
Total movies nominated
10
Total movies awarded
14
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