1999 Film Awards Season
Explore the most prestigious awards in cinema, celebrating excellence in filmmaking, acting, and technical achievement.
The 71st Academy Awards celebrated outstanding achievements in filmmaking, honoring movies released in 1998. Held at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion on March 21, 1999, the ceremony showcased excellence in acting, directing and numerous technical categories. It remains one of the most prestigious nights in the film industry.
Total movies nominated
35
Total movies awarded
21
The 52nd British Academy Film Awards, more commonly known as the BAFTAs, took place on 11 April 1999 at the Business Design Centre in London, honouring the best national and foreign films of 1998. Presented by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts, the ceremony celebrated outstanding achievements in film with awards across major categories such as Best Film, Best Director, and acting accolades. Notable winners included Shakespeare in Love for Best Film, Roberto Benigni for Best Actor in a Leading Role in Life Is Beautiful, and Peter Weir for Best Director for The Truman Show.
Total movies nominated
17
Total movies awarded
18
The 24th Toronto International Film Festival in 1999 was a celebrated film event that showcased 318 films across 13 programmes. The festival ran from September 9 to September 18 and featured a variety of awards recognizing excellence in both international and Canadian cinema. It honored outstanding films and key industry figures in multiple categories.
Total movies nominated
0
Total movies awarded
4
The 4th Critics' Choice Movie Awards were presented on January 25, 1999, honoring the finest achievements of 1998 filmmaking. The ceremony recognized outstanding achievements in acting, directing, screenplay, and various other categories, with notable wins for Steven Spielberg, Ian McKellen, and Cate Blanchett. A special Alan J. Pakula Award was also presented to John Travolta for his artistic excellence and commitment to social and political issues.
Total movies nominated
0
Total movies awarded
14
The 5th Screen Actors Guild Awards honored the best achievements in film and television performances for the year 1998. The ceremony took place on March 7, 1999 at the Shrine Exposition Center in Los Angeles, California and was televised live by TNT.
Total movies nominated
11
Total movies awarded
4
The 51st Directors Guild of America Awards honored outstanding directorial achievements in films, documentaries, and television for 1998. The event was held on March 6, 1999 at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza, with nominees announced in January and February of 1999. It celebrated excellence in both feature film and documentary direction.
Total movies nominated
4
Total movies awarded
1
