Welcome to The Phoenix Film Critics Society
The Phoenix Film Critics Society is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt, not-for-profit, self-funded, independent organization consisting of professional film critics and film journalists in Arizona.
Our Mission Statement
- Supporting film as an art form through our yearly awards.
- Uphold integrity & professionalism in film criticism.
- To assist Arizona film festivals with jury representation.
- Safeguard & foster the interests & to provide professional support for our members.
Brief History of PFCS
- Founded in October 2000 by Roger Tennis & David Ramsay
- Our Annual Awards recognize the best in film from major studios, independent film and international films.
- Promoting film to the greater Arizona film community.
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It is with a heavy heart that I share that former Arizona Republic writer and PFCS member Randy Cordova passed away. Randy’s battle with brain cancer came to an end 4 years to the day that he was diagnosed. Randy…
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Everything Everywhere All at Once Wins Best Picture and More
Phoenix Film Critic’s Society didn’t quite give everything everywhere to the sci-fi epic “Everything Everywhere All at Once,” but the film did capture seven of the Society’s 2022 awards, including Best Picture. It also garnered awards for Michelle Yeoh for…
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Belfast Wins Best Picture, Best Director in PFCS 2021 Awards
“Belfast,” Kenneth Branagh’s autobiographical take on the troubles in the title city, took Best Picture honors, and Branagh won for Best Director and Best Screenplay, in the Phoenix Film Critic’s Society’s 2021 awards. The film also captured awards for Ciaran…
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RIP PFCS Founding Member, Roger Tennis
The Phoenix Film Critics Society is deeply saddened at the passing on of its co-founder, Roger Tennis, at the age of 73. Despite his mild, modest manner, Roger had a remarkably distinguished career. A native of New York state, he…