The New Boy leads 2024 AACTA Awards, Cate Blanchett nominated for Lead Actress

The Australian Academy for Cinema and Television Arts (AACTA) has unveiled their nominees for this year’s films and TV series. Warwick Thornton’s THE NEW BOY leads with 12 nominations and Noora Niasari’s SHAYDA earned 9 nominations. Both films are Dirty Films pictures. Cate Blanchett earned two nominations, one for lead actress in film and another one as producer on The New Boy.

The Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (AACTA) invite you to the Sunshine State for an unforgettable celebration of Australian Film, Television, Documentary, Short Film and Digital Production. Tickets are now on sale for the 2024 AACTA Industry Awards on Thursday 8 February and the AACTA Awards Ceremony on Saturday 10 February. Both ceremonies, presented by Foxtel Group, will be held at the Home of the Arts (HOTA) on the Gold Coast, a destination renowned for its beauty and vibrant cultural scene.

For the first time ever, the AACTA Awards will be held in the Gold Coast, combining sun, surf, and cinematic excellence into a spectacle unlike any other. These ceremonies will honour the outstanding creatives and stars who have contributed to the finest films, TV series, and digital content of the past year, shining a spotlight on Australia’s exceptional productions and brightest screen talents.

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