The National Society of Film Critics has announced its annual awards, naming controversial director Lars von Trier's "Melancholia" the top film of 2011 although "The Tree of Life" took home the most awards.
They also awarded Kirsten Dunst for her work in the film as well as Brad Pitt, for his roles in "Moneyball" and "The Tree of Life."
Albert Brooks was named best supporting actor while actress Jessica Chastain was similarly recognized for her busy year, with roles in "The Tree of Life," "Take Shelter" and "The Help."
"The Tree of Life" also picked up best director for Terrance Malick and best cinematography for Emmanual Lubezski.
"A Separation" meanwhile was named best foreign-language film and best screenplay for writer Asghar Farhadi.
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Albert Brooks was named best supporting actor while actress Jessica Chastain was similarly recognized for her busy year, with roles in "The Tree of Life," "Take Shelter" and "The Help."
"The Tree of Life" also picked up best director for Terrance Malick and best cinematography for Emmanual Lubezski.
"A Separation" meanwhile was named best foreign-language film and best screenplay for writer Asghar Farhadi.
