It’s once again time for the Oscars. In 2019 I decided to start my own film awards the JAFB Awards and I received an overwhelming response! So, I am very happy to share with you the winners of The JABF Awards 2023. You should probably know that I my issue with the Oscars is their lack of diversity not just in gender, race and background but in genre - I give awards to the films I enjoyed over the past year, most of which are popular movies.
2023 was a huge year for film, the first year post covid where all films scheduled to release at the cinema did so. It was a huge year for franchises and superhero movies however this success is not reflected in the Oscar nominations - not that I'm surprised. Diversity wise the Oscars is making no huge moves to change, with most nominations and awards going to white males in general - the majority of the best picture nominations feature male leads and no female directors have been nominated. The Oscars year on year highlight the lack of equality in the film industry as a whole and it is time for change.
So, without further ado let's get to the winners of The JAFB Awards:
Best Film: Top Gun: Maverick
For me Top Gun: Maverick was a faultless film, a perfect mix of thrills and tension.
Best Animated film: Lightyear
Lightyear was a beautifully animated film, full of stunning visuals, texture and style. Check out my review by
Clicking here! Best Cinematography: The Batman
As Scary as The Batman is, it is equally as beautifully shot. Each moment is captured in a way that conveys the narrative and the emotions of characters. Check out my The Batman review by
Clicking here!Best Visual Effects: Avatar: The Way of Water
Avatar: The Way of Water is a showcase of the very best CGI in the industry, a perfect show of new technology. The film feels realistic, immersive and is just really pretty.
Best Hair and Makeup: Hocus Pocus 2
Winning alone for the recreation of the Sanderson sisters hairstyles. Nearly 30 years later and the hair and makeup is still on point! Check of my review by
Clicking here!Best Costume: Downtown Abbey: A New Era
The attention of detail that goes into creating the costumes we see in Downton Abbey is outstanding. Each piece is time accurate and well researched. I love the costumes so so much!
Best Set: Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
There's nothing quite as wonderful as a large scale set. Sometimes CGI can get a little to much and great sets are needed. The sets built for Wakanda Forever were huge in scale, and added a layer of realism to the films overall look.
Best Props: Fantastic Beasts The Secrets of Dumbledore
Overall, this film was really disappointing but there is nothing like the props created for a Wizarding World movie.
Best Score: The Batman
Michael Giacchino created a mesmerising score for The Batman, giving each character their own soundtrack. I have been listening to the soundtrack on repeat since I first saw the film at the cinema.
Best Song: I Ain’t Worried - One Republic
One Republic song I Ain’t Worried from Top Gun Maverick is catchy, fun and makes me think of summer. There’s a reason it hung around in the music charts for so long.
Best Actress: Michelle Yeoh - Everything Everywhere All At Once
Best Actor: Austin Butler - Elvis
Best Supporting Actress: Angela Bassett - Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
Best Supporting Actor: Barry Keoghan - The Banshees of Inisherin
Most Heartwarming film: The Railway Children Return
The Railway Children Return is a heartwarming family film that left a smile on my face for hours. Check out my review by
Clicking here!Notable Film: Do Revenge
Do Revenge is simply iconic - yet so few people have seen it! It’s on Netflix so make sure you give it a watch!
Congratulations to all of the winners!!
I hope you enjoyed my winners and this post. Please let me know what you think of the Oscars in the comments below. Thank you to my friends at Future of the Force for helping to create this list.
Thank you for reading xx
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