Awards

At 32 years and 38 days of age, Damien Chazelle becomes the youngest winner for Best Director.

Tied with Kenneth Lonergan for Manchester by the Sea (2016).

USA.

USA.

USA.

2nd place

"Director and writer Damien Chazelle delivers a resonant cinematic masterpiece with La La Land," said Festival Chairman Harold Matzner. "This visually stunning film pays tribute to classic Hollywood musicals with a contemporary love story driven by pitch-perfect performances by Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone. It is our honor to present the Vanguard Award to La La Land."

Tied with Barry Jenkins for Moonlight (2016).

Film of uncommon skill that showcases two compelling characters and pulses to a dazzling and irresistible beat.

For its wicked sense of humor, fantastic ensemble acting and razor sharp directing.

USA.

USA

For directing and screenwriting.

5th place

5th place

4th place

Tied with Makoto Shinkai for Your Name. (2016) in 9th place

9th Place

3rd place.

5th place. Tied with Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) (2014), Calvary (2014), Inherent Vice (2014), Love Is Strange (2014) and The Immigrant (2013).

Runner-Up

2nd place.

10th place.

9th place.

7th place.

Tied with Barry Jenkins for Moonlight (2016).

2nd place

Tied with Crackie (2009).

5th place