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A24's 'A Different Man' Triumphs at 2024 Gotham Awards

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Hollywood Reporter

At the 2024 Gotham Awards, 'A Different Man' won Best Feature, while 'Nickel Boys' and 'Sing Sing' each secured two awards. Despite leading with four nominations, Sean Baker's 'Anora' did not win any awards. 'Nickel Boys' director RaMell Ross won Best Director, and Brandon Wilson was named Breakthrough Performer. 'Sing Sing' received accolades for both lead and supporting performances, with Colman Domingo and Clarence Maclin winning in their respective categories. The event also featured tributes to various artists and films, including Angelina Jolie and Zendaya.

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"Sing Sing: A Riveting Prison Drama that Packs a Punch"

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Deadline

"Sing Sing" is a powerful and emotional drama directed by Greg Kwedar that explores the transformative power of performing arts in the context of prison life. The film follows the Rehabilitation Through the Arts (RTA) program at Sing Sing correctional facility, where inmates put on plays as a means of rehabilitation. It highlights the inmates' journey from prison numbers to embodying characters on stage, offering a momentary escape from the harsh realities of incarceration. While occasionally faltering in pacing, the film resonates with raw emotion and authenticity, emphasizing the need for empathy and understanding towards individuals behind bars.

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