Chicago and New York film critics
Source: AwardsDaily
According to "semi-professional" Oscar spotters these critics' awards are irrelevant. I can't completely dismiss their words, because they have done this before - but we have to remember that they are doing this all with their eye on the Oscars, which is why they continue to ignore In Bruges. For the In Bruges Fansite, however, all praise is welcome. Acknowledgement is acknowledgement. I'm talking Brendan Gleeson who's made more great films than he's been acknowledged for, Colin Farrell finally being taken seriously as an actor, Ralph Fiennes' chance at finally winning something significant rather than only being nominated, and last but not least praise for Martin McDonagh as a filmmaker which will make it easier for him to make a next film perhaps. These guys deserve every nod they get.
The Chicago Film Critics have announced their nominees, and have nominated Martin McDonagh for "Most Promising Filmmaker" and "Best Original Screenplay". Winners will be announced 18 December 2008.
The New York Film Critics Online have already chosen their winners, and Martin McDonagh won Best Debut As Director. Congratulations, Martin!
