“London Critics’ Circle Awards: ‘One Battle After Another’ Dominates Nominations”

Paul Thomas Anderson’s film, “One Battle After Another,” has emerged as the frontrunner in the nominations for the 46th annual London Critics’ Circle Film Awards. The film garnered an impressive nine nominations, making it a standout competitor this awards season.

Leading Nominees

Following closely is Chloé Zhao’s “Hamnet,” which received eight nominations. Both films were nominated for the coveted Film of the Year award. Their respective leads, Leonardo DiCaprio and Jessie Buckley, are both in contention for Actor of the Year and Actress of the Year, respectively.

Other Notable Films

• Ryan Coogler’s “Sinners” – Seven nominations, including Film of the Year.
• Josh Safdie’s “Marty Supreme” – Six nominations, including a nod for Film of the Year.
• “Sorry, Baby” – Five nominations, four of which recognize first-time writer-director Eva Victor.

UK Films in Competition

Among UK titles, “Pillion,” directed by Harry Lighton, received three nominations, including British/Irish Film of the Year. It competes with “Hamnet,” “The Ballad of Wallis Island,” and “I Swear,” directed by Kirk Jones.

Awards Ceremony Details

The winners will be announced on February 1, 2026, at The May Fair Hotel in London. The ceremony will be hosted by Mark Kermode, a notable figure in film criticism.

Chairperson’s Statement

Jane Crowther, chair of the London Critics’ Circle film section, commented on the nominations, emphasizing the creativity and human experiences reflected in the nominated films. She praised the filmmakers for their bold storytelling, stating that these works demonstrate the richness of human artistry over algorithmic creation.

Full List of Nominations Overview

Here is a brief overview of the key categories:

Film of the Year

• Hamnet
• Marty Supreme
• One Battle After Another
• Sinners
• Sorry, Baby

British/Iris Film of the Year

• The Ballad of Wallis Island
• Hamnet
• I Swear
• Pillion

Director of the Year

• Paul Thomas Anderson – One Battle After Another
• Ryan Coogler – Sinners
• Chloé Zhao – Hamnet

The London Critics’ Circle Film Awards continues to highlight exceptional talent and groundbreaking films. The diverse nominees reflect a vibrant film landscape, celebrating creativity and human perspectives in storytelling.