1960 Film Awards Season
Discover the full movie awards season from $1960, 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 32nd Academy Awards honored movies released in 1959 and were held at the RKO Pantages Theatre on April 4, 1960. The ceremony featured memorable highlights such as the Foreign Language Film win for Black Orpheus and special short film awards, along with competitive honors for acting and directing in films like Ben-Hur and Room at the Top. An Honorary Award was also presented to Buster Keaton.
Total movies nominated
14
Total movies awarded
19
The British Academy Film Awards, presented by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts, honour the best films of the previous year. The 13th edition, held in 1960, recognised the best films of 1959 in various categories including film, acting, and screenplay. The event celebrated both British and international cinema with a diverse range of nominees and winners.
Total movies nominated
7
Total movies awarded
3
The Directors Guild of America Awards honor outstanding directorial achievements in film and television. The 12th edition recognized films from 1959, with the awards presented in 1960.
Total movies nominated
8
Total movies awarded
1
The 17th Golden Globe Awards honored the best in film for 1959 films and were held on March 10, 1960. The ceremony recognized outstanding achievements in drama, comedy, and musical motion pictures as well as exceptional individual performances and directorial accomplishments.
Total movies nominated
11
Total movies awarded
9
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