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Over 100 film critics from around the world coming together to honor the best the world of film has to offer.
Nominee announcement - January 31st, 2026
Winners announcement - February 5th, 2026
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6th Annual IFSCA AWARDS coming February 5th, 2026!
‘Frankenstein’ Surprises While ‘Sinners Dominates the 6th Annual IFSCA AWARDS 

FEBRUARY - The International Film Society Critics Association (IFSCA) have announced their winners for the 2025 - 2026 film season. Ryan Coogler’s SINNERS emerged victorious bringing home 8 awards including Best…
‘Frankenstein’ Surprises While ‘Sinners Dominates the 6th Annual IFSCA AWARDS 
FEBRUARY - The International Film Society Critics Association (IFSCA) have announced their winners for the 2025 - 2026 film season. Ryan Coogler’s SINNERS emerged victorious bringing home 8 awards including Best Picture. The blues-themed horror film dominated in nominations, previously securing a historic 23 nominations. The wins today were for Autumn Durald Arkapaw’s cinematography, Ludwig Göransson’s score, Ryan Coogler’s screenplay and direction, and lead acting performance from Michael B.
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February 5, 2026 at 11:03 PM
It was a hell of a run! Thank you all for joining us for the 6th Annual IFSCA AWARDS. We hope you had just as much fun as we did! Congratulations to all our winners and nominees. Can't wait to do it all again next year.
See you all then!
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February 5, 2026 at 4:58 PM
And finally, our pick for the Best Picture of the year. A film that wowed and amazed us and stood out as a true testament of what cinema could and should be from now until forever. Here is our winner for Best Picture...
February 5, 2026 at 4:57 PM
Few films were as astonishing this year as this one. Taking us all by surprise and standing out as one of the very best this year had to offer. Our official runner-up in Best Picture...
February 5, 2026 at 4:56 PM
Alas, we've arrived at our biggest prize of the day. 10 films were top of mind for our members, and one made an indelible impact on all of us. Although, it didn't take our top prize, it deserves a mention for captivating us as well as it did. Our third-place finisher...
February 5, 2026 at 4:55 PM
This all goes well or it all goes to hell on the backs of one person. Our nominees, all got to bask in the glory in their efforts. Today, one officially takes the crown. Here is our winner for Best Director...

(Runner-Up: Paul Thomas Anderson - One Battle After Another)
February 5, 2026 at 4:40 PM
Our leading ladies showed phenomenal poise, tremendous heart and endurance and gave us performances we won't soon forget. But alas, one performance was impossible to ignore. Here is our winner for Best Lead Actress...

(Runner-Up: Rose Byrne - If I Had Legs, I'd Kick You)
February 5, 2026 at 4:36 PM
Somebody's got to take the lead and run with it. Our nominees did that and made sure we knew about it. It was a back and forth race all year, but we are proud to present our winner for Best Lead Actor...

(Runner-Up: Ethan Hawke - Blue Moon)
February 5, 2026 at 4:33 PM
Our nominees stepped onto the stage and made everybody take notice. They not only killed in their roles, they shined. It was touch and go for a while there, but someone came out of the ruckus. Here is our winner for Best Supporting Actress...

(Runner-Up: Wunmi Mosaku - Sinners)
February 5, 2026 at 4:29 PM
Supporting means you back up your leads, but sometimes, if you're lucky, you can steal the whole show as well. Here's to making it all about you. And here's our winner for Best Supporting Actor...

(Runner-Up: Jacob Elordi - Frankenstein)
February 5, 2026 at 4:26 PM
Crafting a world all your own takes time, patience, and a lot of inspiration. Our nominees graced us with some of the most inspired work of the decade so far. We're happy to announce our winner for Best Original Screenplay...

(Runner-Up: Eva Victor - Sorry, Baby)
February 5, 2026 at 4:22 PM
Writing a story is tough, but adapting a story can be equally as difficult. Still, our nominees pulled it off surprisingly well. And despite a tough battle, one emerged victorious. Here is our winner for Best Adapted Screenplay...

(Runner-Up: Hamnet)
February 5, 2026 at 4:21 PM
You could achieve greatness on your own, but it helps to have a team. Our nominees had deep teams to showcase the power of the ensemble. Here is our winner for Best Ensemble Cast...

(Runner-Up: One Battle After Another)
February 5, 2026 at 4:18 PM
The best part about film is that it can reach and connect with you no matter where you are or what language you speak. So put the subtitles on and enjoy. Here is our winner for Exceeding (One Inch) Barriers...

(Runner-Up: No Other Choice)
February 5, 2026 at 4:11 PM
Films have to look great. And our nominees put the finest touches on each shot to make sure they were memorable for a long time to come. Here is our winner for Best Cinematography...

(Runner-Up: Adolpho Veloso - Train Dreams)
February 5, 2026 at 4:02 PM
As good as the film looks when it's shot doesn't matter if it doesn't come together in the edit. Our nominees made sure their films were top notch, and now, we've got a winner. Here is our winner for Best Editing...

(Runner-Up: Kim Ho-bin, Kim Sang-beom - No Other Choice)
February 5, 2026 at 3:58 PM
Every year a performer goes above and beyond, but then there's those who manage to do it over and over again in the same year. 6 performers stood out, one grabbed the victory. Here is our winner for Best Body of Work in 2025...

(Runner-Up: Amanda Seyfried)
February 5, 2026 at 3:55 PM
These toe-tapping, finger-snapping ditties had us moving all year. It was hard to decide among them, but we just barely did it. Here is our winner for Best Original Song...

(Runner-Up: "I Lied to You" - Sinners)
February 5, 2026 at 3:52 PM
Craftsmanship is everywhere in film, including in that music you hear underneath all the noise that's keeping this whole thing together. Here's our best craftsperson at this skill. Our winner for Best Original Score is...

(Runner-Up: Daniel Lopatin - Marty Supreme)
February 5, 2026 at 3:51 PM
Talking pictures need someone to make sure every word and whistle is heard. Our nominees went above and beyond to make sure we didn't miss a peep. Here is our winner for Best Sound Design...

(Runner-Up: F1)
February 5, 2026 at 3:50 PM
Everything can't be green screen, somebody's got to actually build things around here. This is for the hard hats bringing sets to life. And keeping the lights on. Here is our winner for Best Production Design...

(Runner-Up: Hannah Beachler - Sinners)
February 5, 2026 at 3:50 PM
And we're back to talk more about style. Our nominees had it, but one film had so much of it, they had more to spare. Here is our winner for Best Costume Design...

(Runner-Up: Ruth E. Carter - Sinners)
February 5, 2026 at 3:49 PM
Want to be immersed into a world that may or may not exist? Want to believe in something supernatural or not of this world? The only way to do that is to have a damn good graphics department. Here is our winner for Best Visual Effects...

(Runner-Up: F1)
February 5, 2026 at 3:47 PM
Hard to play the part if you don't look the part. And our nominees had style. But one took the craft to the next level. Here is our winner for Best Makeup & Hairstyling...

(Runner-Up: The Ugly Stepsister)
February 5, 2026 at 3:46 PM
Scares were in abundance this year, but we also had some stellar films teach us more about humanity through fear than ever before. Here's what stood out among the rest. Our winner for Best Horror/Sci-Fi film...

(Runner-Up: Frankenstein)
February 5, 2026 at 3:46 PM