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Gotham Awards: 'It Was Just an Accident' Shines Bright
2 Dec
Summary
- Jafar Panahi's film 'It Was Just an Accident' won three major awards.
- The Gotham Awards have evolved, now featuring gender-neutral acting categories.
- The ceremony serves as a potential bellwether for upcoming Academy Awards.
The 2025 Gotham Awards, held at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City, saw Jafar Panahi's "It Was Just an Accident" emerge as the evening's biggest winner, clinching three prestigious awards. The acclaimed French film secured wins for Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and Best International Feature, solidifying its place in the awards season conversation.
This year's ceremony also underscored the Gotham Awards' commitment to evolving industry standards. The adoption of gender-neutral acting categories, introduced in 2021, resulted in Sopé Dìrísù winning Best Lead Performance and Wunmi Mosaku claiming Best Supporting Performance. The Best Breakthrough Performer award went to Abou Sangaré, recognizing emerging talent.
Positioned as a key indicator for the Academy Awards, the Gotham Awards' Best Feature prize has historically preceded Oscar wins for Best Picture. The event also honored notable figures with special tributes, including Kate Hudson, Hugh Jackman, Noah Baumbach, and Tessa Thompson, among others.
