1961 Film Awards Season
Discover the full movie awards season from $1961, 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 33rd Academy Awards honored movies released in 1960 and were held at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium on April 17, 1961. The ceremony featured a star-studded opening with Bob Hope, Janet Leigh, and Tony Curtis, and memorable wins including Best Picture for The Apartment, Best Actress for Butterfield 8, and awards in supporting and technical categories. Special honors were also presented, such as an Honorary Award to Pollyanna.
Total movies nominated
18
Total movies awarded
13
The British Academy Film Awards, presented by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts, honour the best films of the previous year. The 14th edition, held in 1961, recognised the best films of 1960 across various categories including film, acting, and screenplay. The event celebrated both British and international cinematic achievements.
Total movies nominated
6
Total movies awarded
3
The Directors Guild of America Awards honor outstanding directorial achievements in film and television. The 13th edition recognized films from 1960, with the awards presented in 1961.
Total movies nominated
4
Total movies awarded
1
The 18th Golden Globe Awards honored the best in film for 1960. Held on March 16, 1961, the ceremony celebrated outstanding cinematic achievements across drama, comedy, and musical genres, as well as recognizing exceptional individual performances, directorial accomplishments, musical scores, and emerging talent.
Total movies nominated
11
Total movies awarded
7
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