African-American film critics vote 'Dreamgirls' best pic
"Dreamgirls" swept the awards voted upon by the African-American Film Critics Association, including best picture, director (Bill Condon) and supporting actor and actress (Eddie Murphy, Jennifer Hudson).
"'Dreamgirls' is an extraordinarily, breathtaking example of inclusive filmmaking at its best, featuring an all African-American cast in an intelligent film with universal appeal," says AAFCA president Gil Robertson, IV.
Forest Whitaker ("Last King of Scotland") and Helen Mirren ("The Queen") won best actor and actress.
"Mr. Whitaker elevates an already amazing body of work with his riveting portrayal of Idi Amin," adds Robertson. "And, although our organization gives specific consideration to work by artists of African descent, Ms. Mirren's audacious portrayal of Queen Elizabeth is undeniably brilliant and deserving of our recognition."
Before making blanket statements, you may want to check your facts. The African American Film Critics have long displayed an unbiased approach with its year-end picks. Last year the group voted Felicity Huffman as best actress and prior to that "Lord of the Rings" won best picture.
Posted by: gilberto | December 27, 2006 at 11:48 AM
Now that was a surprise I didn't see coming.
Posted by: nancy | December 26, 2006 at 10:32 PM
Well...Duh?....I guess Blood Diamond was runner up?
Posted by: Frankie R. | December 26, 2006 at 01:59 PM
" "Dreamgirls" swept the awards voted upon by the African-American Film Critics Association".... what did you expect? The Departed?
Posted by: Armando | December 26, 2006 at 08:26 AM