4th Hollywood Critics Association Film Awards

The 4th Hollywood Critics Association Film Awards, presented by the Hollywood Critics Association, took place virtually on March 5, 2021. The ceremony was hosted by HCA Founder Scott Menzel.

The nominations were announced on February 1, 2021.

Winners are listed first and highlighted with boldface.

• Breakthrough Performance by an Actor – Paul Raci for Sound of Metal
• Breakthrough Performance by an Actress – Cristin Milioti for Palm Springs
• Standout Performance by an Actor or Actress 23 or Under – Sidney Flanigan for Never Rarely Sometimes Always
• Impact Award – Judas and the Black Messiah
• Valiant Award – Zack Snyder
• Inspire Award – Lin-Manuel Miranda
• Game Changer Award – Nicole Beharie
• Timeless Award – Dante Spinotti
• Spotlight Award – Kiera Allen
• Star on the Rise Award – Jo Ellen Pellman
• Artisan on the Rise Award – Emile Mosseri
• Trailblazer Award – Dwayne Johnson
• Acting Achievement Award – Aubrey Plaza
• Artisan Achievement Award – Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross
• Filmmaker on the Rise Award – Emerald Fennell
• Filmmaking Achievement Award – Steve McQueen

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