1972 Film Awards Season
Discover the full movie awards season from $1972, 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 44th Academy Awards, held at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion on Monday, April 10, 1972, honored films released in 1971. The ceremony celebrated outstanding achievements in filmmaking with memorable wins such as Best Directing for The French Connection and Best Actress for Klute, as well as an Honorary Award for Charlie Chaplin.
Total movies nominated
16
Total movies awarded
12
The 25th British Academy Film Awards, given by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts in 1972, honoured the best films of 1971. Sunday Bloody Sunday was the major winner of the night, taking home awards for Best Film, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress and Best Editor, while The Go-Between won in the supporting and screenplay categories as well as Most Promising Newcomer for Dominic Guard.
Total movies nominated
8
Total movies awarded
1
The Directors Guild of America Awards honor outstanding directorial achievements in film and television. The 24th edition, which recognized films from 1971, was presented in 1972 and showcased excellence in feature film direction.
Total movies nominated
3
Total movies awarded
0
The 29th Golden Globe Awards honored the best in film and television for 1971 and were held on February 6, 1972. The ceremony celebrated outstanding achievements across multiple film categories including motion picture, acting, directing, screenplay, music, foreign films, and emerging new talent.
Total movies nominated
22
Total movies awarded
7
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