1960 Film Awards Season
Explore the most prestigious awards in cinema, celebrating excellence in filmmaking, acting, and technical achievement.
The 32nd Academy Awards honored movies released in 1959 and were held at the RKO Pantages Theatre on April 4, 1960. The ceremony featured memorable highlights such as the Foreign Language Film win for Black Orpheus and special short film awards, along with competitive honors for acting and directing in films like Ben-Hur and Room at the Top. An Honorary Award was also presented to Buster Keaton.
Total movies nominated
14
Total movies awarded
19
The British Academy Film Awards, presented by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts, honour the best films of the previous year. The 13th edition, held in 1960, recognised the best films of 1959 in various categories including film, acting, and screenplay. The event celebrated both British and international cinema with a diverse range of nominees and winners.
Total movies nominated
7
Total movies awarded
3
