This year's Critics Choice Awards nominations are out, and two films are leading the pack with 11 nods each: "Conclave" and "Wicked". The 30th annual celebration of cinematic excellence will be broadcast live on E! , with Chelsea Handler returning as host. The event will kick off with a red carpet pre-show, followed by the main event where the best of the best will be honored.

Among the top categories, 10 movies are vying for the Best Picture award, including "A Complete Unknown" and "Anora". Timothée Chalamet and Mikey Madison are up for Best Actor and Best Actress respectively, for their stellar performances in "A Complete Unknown" and "Anora". The supporting actor and actress categories feature notable names like Kieran Culkin and Zoe Saldaña.

The Critics Choice Awards also recognize technical achievements, with categories like Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and Best Cinematography. Denis Villeneuve, known for his visually stunning work, is nominated for Best Director for "Dune: Part Two". The Best Original Screenplay category includes Sean Baker for his work on "Anora".

The awards ceremony will take place on January 12, 2025, at 7 p. m. ET, and will be available to stream on Peacock the next day. With a mix of well-known stars and breakout performances, this year's nominations promise an exciting night of celebration for film enthusiasts.

Movie Magic: 2024 Critics Choice Nominations Unveiled

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