13th Critics' Choice Awards | |
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Date | January 7, 2008 |
Hosted by | D. L. Hughley |
Official website | www |
Highlights | |
Best Film | No Country for Old Men |
The 13th Critics' Choice Awards were presented on January 7, 2008 at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium, honoring the finest achievements of 2007 filmmaking. [1] The ceremony was broadcast on VH1 and hosted by D. L. Hughley. [2] The nominees were announced on December 11, 2007. [3]
Wins | Film |
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3 | No Country for Old Men |
2 | Hairspray |
Juno | |
There Will Be Blood |
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