2nd Critics' Choice Awards

The 2nd Critics' Choice Movie Awards were presented on January 20, 1997, honoring the finest achievements of 1996 filmmaking.

[1] (in alphabetical order) (years are of film release; ceremonies are the next year)

Geoffrey Rush , Best Actor winner

Frances McDormand , Best Actress winner

Cuba Gooding Jr. , Best Supporting Actor winner

Joan Allen , Best Supporting Actress winner

Jonathan Lipnicki , Best Child Performance winner

Renée Zellweger , Breakout Artist of the Year winner

Lauren Bacall , Lifetime Achievement Award winner