| 16th Genie Awards | |
|---|---|
| Date | January 14, 1996 |
| Site | Maison Radio-Canada, Montreal |
| Hosted by | Pascale Bussières René Homier-Roy Mary Walsh |
| Highlights | |
| Best Picture | The Confessional (Le Confessionnal) |
| Most awards | The Confessional |
| Most nominations | The Confessional |
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For the first time, the ceremony was not broadcast live on any television network, instead taking place in the afternoon of January 14; two 90-minute post-award specials aired in prime time to publicize the award highlights. [2] The English special on CBC Television was hosted by actress Mary Walsh, [3] while the French special on Radio-Canada was hosted by actor Pascale Bussières and broadcaster René Homier-Roy. [3] [4]
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