Last night the Hong Kong International Film Festival Society (HKIFFS) announced the nominees for the 6th Asian Film Awards (AFA). While the nominations spread across more of the region than in previous years, a trio of Chinese blockbusters led the way. 32 films from 11 countries and regions made the cut in 14 categories.
In addition to the jury-voted awards, the AFA also presents three special awards: the Lifetime Achievement Award, this year to Hong Kong director Ann Hui; the Edward Yang New Talent Award; and the Award for 2011’s Top-Grossing Asian Film which, given the massive expansion of mainland screens, is rapidly become an award for Chinese films.
