The 14th, You Can See Everything and Once Upon a Time in Harlem are among the leading nominees for this year’s Critics Choice Documentary Awards, signaling a strong field of films exploring identity, history and the forces shaping contemporary life.
• The nominations recognize documentaries across major categories, including best feature, directing, editing and storytelling.
• Once Upon a Time in Harlem brings renewed attention to the neighborhood’s cultural legacy and its enduring influence on American history.
• You Can See Everything stands out for its expansive examination of visibility, perspective and the limits of what audiences believe they understand.
• The 14th adds another distinctive title to a competitive lineup that reflects the breadth and ambition of modern nonfiction filmmaking.
• Together, the nominated films demonstrate the documentary form’s growing reach, combining investigative reporting, personal narratives and cinematic storytelling.
The awards will further elevate filmmakers whose work has helped documentaries command a larger place in the national cultural conversation. Winners are expected to be announced at the upcoming Critics Choice Documentary Awards ceremony.