'Wicked' Dominates National Board of Review with Top Honors
The National Board of Review (NBR) has announced its 2024 winners, with "Wicked" taking Best Film and Jon M. Chu winning Best Director for the same movie. Daniel Craig and Nicole Kidman won Best Actor and Actress for their roles in "Queer" and "Babygirl," respectively. The NBR, known for its eclectic choices, also recognized "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga" for Outstanding Achievement in Stunt Artistry and "Nosferatu" for Cinematography. The group's selections are often compared with the AFI Top 10 list to gauge Best Picture consensus.