2008 Film Awards Season
Explore the most prestigious awards in cinema, celebrating excellence in filmmaking, acting, and technical achievement.
The Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars, celebrate cinematic excellence. The 80th Academy Awards, held on February 24, 2008 at the Kodak Theatre at Hollywood & Highland Center, honored films released in 2007. This prestigious event recognized outstanding achievements across various categories including acting, directing, and technical fields.
Total movies nominated
37
Total movies awarded
21
The British Academy Film Awards (BAFTAs) are presented annually by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts to honor the best in national and international cinema. The 61st edition, held on 2008-02-10 at the Royal Albert Hall in London, celebrated the outstanding films of 2007 across a broad range of categories.
Total movies nominated
29
Total movies awarded
20
The 2008 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) was held in Toronto, Ontario, Canada from September 4 to September 13, 2008. The festival opened with the World War I romantic epic 'Passchendaele' directed by Paul Gross. The awards recognized excellence in both domestic and international cinema across several categories, including People's Choice, Discovery, and FIPRESCI distinctions.
Total movies nominated
3
Total movies awarded
4
The 13th Critics' Choice Awards were presented on January 7, 2008 at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium, honoring the finest achievements of 2007 filmmaking. The ceremony was broadcast on VH1 and hosted by D. L. Hughley. The nominees were announced on December 11, 2007.
Total movies nominated
45
Total movies awarded
16
The 14th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards celebrated outstanding achievements in film for the year 2007. The event took place on January 27, 2008, at the Shrine Exposition Center in Los Angeles and was broadcast live by TNT and TBS.
Total movies nominated
19
Total movies awarded
6
The 60th Directors Guild of America Awards honored outstanding directorial achievements in films, documentaries, and television for the year 2007. The ceremony was presented on January 26, 2008 at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza and was hosted by Carl Reiner. The event also attracted media attention due to an incident in which actress Sean Young was ejected for disruptive behavior.
Total movies nominated
5
Total movies awarded
2
The 35th Annual Annie Awards honored the best in animation for 2007 and was held on February 8, 2008 at UCLA's Royce Hall. This marked the first change of venue in nine years, moving to the Alex Theatre in Glendale, California, since 1998. Ratatouille was the biggest winner, taking nine awards.
Total movies nominated
4
Total movies awarded
1
The Artios Awards celebrate outstanding casting achievements in film, recognizing the creative and technical skill involved in assembling the perfect cast. This event honors excellence in casting across various film categories, from independent and low budget features to major studio productions. It underscores the pivotal role casting plays in bringing cinematic visions to life.
Total movies nominated
16
Total movies awarded
3
The 65th Golden Globe Awards, honoring the best in film and television of 2007, were presented by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association on January 14, 2008. Due to threats of boycotts and picketing amid the ongoing Writers Guild of America strike, the traditional awards ceremony was replaced by a press conference at The Beverly Hilton, while NBC aired alternate programming hosted by Billy Bush and Nancy O'Dell of Access Hollywood.
Total movies nominated
30
Total movies awarded
13
The 23rd Independent Spirit Awards honored the best in independent filmmaking for 2007 and were announced on February 23, 2008. Hosted by Rainn Wilson, the ceremony recognized achievements across categories including Best Feature and Best Director.
Total movies nominated
29
Total movies awarded
11
The 34th Saturn Awards honored the best in science fiction, fantasy and horror film and television of 2007. The ceremony was presented on June 24, 2008 at the Universal City Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles, California.
Total movies nominated
7
Total movies awarded
6
The 5th Annual Irish Film & Television Awards ceremony was held on 17 February 2008 at the Gaiety Theatre in Dublin, hosted by Ryan Tubridy. It honoured the best Irish film and television productions released during 2007. Winners were selected across major categories including film, directing, acting, and international achievements.
Total movies nominated
7
Total movies awarded
4
