Winners and nominees
| 17th Critics' Choice Awards | |
|---|---|
| Date | January 12, 2012 |
| Hosted by | Rob Huebel Paul Scheer |
| Official website | www |
| Highlights | |
| Best Film | The Artist |
| Most awards | The Artist (4) |
| Most nominations | The Artist (11) Hugo (11) |
| Television coverage | |
| Network | VH1 |
The 17th Critics' Choice Awards were presented on January 12, 2012 at the Hollywood Palladium, honoring the finest achievements of 2011 filmmaking. [1] The ceremony was broadcast on VH1, and hosted by Rob Huebel and Paul Scheer. [2] The nominees were announced on December 13, 2011. [3]
| Wins | Film |
|---|---|
| 4 | The Artist |
| 3 | The Help |
| 2 | Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 |
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