Disney Shines at the 2024 Critics Choice Documentary Awards! 🌟
Hey there, fellow Disney fans! 🎉 Grab your popcorn and settle in because I’ve got some thrilling news from the world of documentaries. On Sunday, November 10, 2024, the Critics Choice Association (CCA) gathered in vibrant New York City to celebrate the best in documentary filmmaking during their ninth annual Critics Choice Documentary Awards.
Disney’s Stellar Night 🌌
Disney had a night to remember, walking away with four prestigious awards out of around thirty nominations! Can you believe that? 🤩 Their documentary, Music by John Williams, won the coveted title of Best Music Documentary. This captivating film, available on Disney+, takes us on a melodious journey through the life and works of the legendary composer. 🎶
But that’s not all! National Geographic’s much-anticipated documentary, Sugarcane, became a big winner too, securing two awards: Best Political Documentary and Best Documentary on Current Events. Talk about a double whammy! 🌿✨
And let’s not forget about ESPN’s 30 for 30, which also snagged the award for Best Ongoing Documentary Series. With an impressive lineup like that, Disney and its affiliates truly made a mark on this special night!
Other Notable Winners 🏆
As the stars shone brightly at the event, we also celebrated other incredible documentaries. The noteworthy films Super/Man: The Story of Christopher Reeve and Will & Harper both won the top award for Best Feature Documentary, making for an evening full of celebration and recognition. Cheers to them! 🍾👏
One thing to note, however—many were left wondering how Disney’s Jim Henson: The Man of a Thousand Ideas didn’t receive any accolades. 💔 It’s a tough competition out there, but we know Henson’s legacy shines on regardless.
Highlights of the Night 🌟
The Critics Choice Documentary Awards are celebrated each year to honor excellence in documentary filmmaking, serving as a crucial indicator of future Oscar nominations. So, without further ado, let’s take a look at the complete list of the evening’s winners:
Best Feature Documentary
- Super/Man: The Story of Christopher Reeve (Warner Bros. Pictures, DC Studios, HBO Documentary Films, CNN Films)
- Will & Harper (Netflix)
Best Director
- Ian Bonhôte and Peter Ettedgui – Super/Man: The Story of Christopher Reeve (Warner Bros. Pictures, DC Studios, HBO Documentary Films, CNN Films)
Best New Documentary Filmmakers
- Natalie Rae and Angela Patton – Daughters (Netflix)
Best Cinematography
- Iris Ng, Eunsoo Cho, Justin Turkowski – Haenyeo: The Last Guardians of the Sea (Apple TV+)
Best Editing
- Otto Burnham – Super/Man: The Story of Christopher Reeve (Warner Bros. Pictures, DC Studios, HBO Documentary Films, CNN Films)
Best Original Score
- Ilan Eshkeri – Super/Man: The Story of Christopher Reeve (Warner Bros. Pictures, DC Studios, HBO Documentary Films, CNN Films)
Best Narration
- Steve! (Martin) A 2-Part Documentary (Apple TV+) – Written and performed by Steve Martin
Best Archive Documentary
- Super/Man: The Story of Christopher Reeve (Warner Bros. Pictures, DC Studios, HBO Documentary Films, CNN Films)
Best Historical Documentary
- The Greatest Night in Pop (Netflix)
Best Biographical Documentary
- Super/Man: The Story of Christopher Reeve (Warner Bros. Pictures, DC Studios, HBO Documentary Films, CNN Films)
Best Music Documentary
- Music by John Williams (Walt Disney Studios)
Best Political Documentary
- Sugarcane (National Geographic)
Best Science/Nature Documentary
- Haenyeo: The Last Guardians of the Sea (Apple TV+)
Best Sports Documentary
- The New Rise of Simone Biles (Netflix)
Best Current Events Documentary
- Sugarcane (National Geographic)
Best Short Documentary
- The Only Girl in the Orchestra (Netflix)
Best Documentary Miniseries
- The New Rise of Simone Biles (Netflix)
Best Ongoing Documentary Series
- 30 for 30 (ESPN)
Final Thoughts 🥳
What a phenomenal night for Disney and the entire documentary community! 🌠 The Critics Choice Documentary Awards continue to shine a light on impeccable storytelling and remarkable filmmaking, and it’s heartwarming to see Disney part of this magical journey. We can’t wait to see what’s next for Disney documentaries and how they will further enrich our viewing experiences! 🍀✨
Be sure to catch these award-winning features and celebrate the stories that touch our hearts and ignite our imaginations. Who knows, maybe your next favorite film is just around the corner! Until next time, keep dreaming big and believing that magic is everywhere! 🌈❤️
