African American Film Critics Association Winners

The Harder They Fall

The African American Film Critics Association released its annual choices for the best in film in 2021. Leading AAFCA selections were The Harder They Fall and King Richard with four awards each. Check out the entire list of winners below.

Best Picture: The Harder They Fall
Best Director: Jeymes Samuel, The Harder They Fall
Best Screenplay: Adam McKay, Don’t Look Up
Best Actor: Will Smith, King Richard
Best Actress: Jennifer Hudson, Respect
Best Supporting Actor: Corey Hawkins, The Tragedy of Macbeth
Best Supporting Actress: Aunjanue Ellis, King Richard
Breakout Actor: Saniyya Sidney, King Richard
Best Ensemble: The Harder They Fall
Emerging Director: Reinaldo Marcus Green, King Richard
Best Music: Jeymes Samuel/Kid Cudi/Jay-Z, The Harder They Fall
Best Independent Feature: Who We Are
Best Documentary: Summer of Soul