AACTA Awards

AACTA Awards (2012- )

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The Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (AACTA) Awards are a continuum of the AFI Awards, which have honoured screen excellence in Australia since 1958. The AACTA Awards recognise film, television and documentary screen craft excellence - including screenwriting, producing and acting, through to cinematography, composition and costume design - across over 40 Awards. As Australia's highest film and television Awards, the AACTA Awards are Australia's equivalent of the Oscars and the BAFTAs.

The AACTA Awards are held annually in Sydney in recognition and celebration of Australia's highest achievements in film and television, as judged by the industry itself. AFI | AACTA also recognises screen excellence, regardless of geography, through the AACTA International Awards, held each January in Los Angeles.

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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the AACTA Awards premiere?

The AACTA Awards premiered on January 31, 2012.

Where did the AACTA Awards premiere take place?

The AACTA Awards premiere took place at the Sydney Opera House in Sydney, Australia.

Who hosted the AACTA Awards in 2012?

The AACTA Awards in 2012 were hosted by Russell Crowe.

Which film won the Best Film category at the AACTA Awards in 2012?

The film "The Sapphires" won the Best Film category at the AACTA Awards in 2012.

Who won the Best Lead Actor award at the AACTA Awards in 2012?

Daniel Henshall won the Best Lead Actor award at the AACTA Awards in 2012 for his role in the film "Snowtown."

Which actress won the Best Lead Actress award at the AACTA Awards in 2012?

Deborah Mailman won the Best Lead Actress award at the AACTA Awards in 2012 for her role in the film "The Sapphires."

Which film won the Best Direction category at the AACTA Awards in 2012?

The film "The Sapphires" won the Best Direction category at the AACTA Awards in 2012.

Who won the Best Supporting Actor award at the AACTA Awards in 2012?

Antony Starr won the Best Supporting Actor award at the AACTA Awards in 2012 for his role in the film "Wish You Were Here."

Which actress won the Best Supporting Actress award at the AACTA Awards in 2012?

Jessica Mauboy won the Best Supporting Actress award at the AACTA Awards in 2012 for her role in the film "The Sapphires."

Which film won the Best Screenplay category at the AACTA Awards in 2012?

The film "Wish You Were Here" won the Best Screenplay category at the AACTA Awards in 2012.

Who won the Best Cinematography award at the AACTA Awards in 2012?

Greig Fraser won the Best Cinematography award at the AACTA Awards in 2012 for his work in the film "Snowtown."

Which film won the Best Original Music Score category at the AACTA Awards in 2012?

The film "Not Suitable for Children" won the Best Original Music Score category at the AACTA Awards in 2012.

Who won the Best Editing award at the AACTA Awards in 2012?

Veronika Jenet won the Best Editing award at the AACTA Awards in 2012 for her work in the film "Wish You Were Here."

Which film won the Best Production Design category at the AACTA Awards in 2012?

The film "The Sapphires" won the Best Production Design category at the AACTA Awards in 2012.

Who won the Best Costume Design award at the AACTA Awards in 2012?

Tess Schofield won the Best Costume Design award at the AACTA Awards in 2012 for her work in the film "The Sapphires."

Which film won the Best Sound category at the AACTA Awards in 2012?

The film "The Sapphires" won the Best Sound category at the AACTA Awards in 2012.

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