Women in Film Crystal + Lucy Awards

Overview

The Women in Film Crystal + Lucy Awards is Hollywood's most important annual ceremony honoring women in the film and television industry. Founded in 1977 by Women in Film (WIF) and held annually in June in Los Angeles, the ceremony presents the Crystal Award for women who have helped advance the role of women in the entertainment industry and the Lucy Award for innovation in expanding the role of women in television.

Women in Film is one of the most important advocacy organizations for gender equity in the entertainment industry, and the Crystal + Lucy Awards serve as the most visible annual recognition of women's contributions and leadership in Hollywood.

The ceremony is a major Hollywood networking and advocacy event, with studios, networks, and streaming platforms demonstrating their commitment to gender equity through attendance and sponsorship.

Key Sections

• Crystal Award -- for women who have helped advance the role of women in the entertainment industry
• Lucy Award -- for innovation in television in recognition of women
• Max Mara Face of the Future Award -- recognizing an actress at a transitional point in her career
• Advocacy Award -- for commitment to gender equality beyond entertainment

What Filmmakers Should Know

The Crystal + Lucy Awards are primarily industry recognition rather than a film submission festival. For women filmmakers and industry professionals, WIF membership and the associated programs, mentorships, and networking activities are more directly accessible than the awards ceremony.

Major Awards

• Crystal Award -- career achievement
• Lucy Award -- television innovation
• Max Mara Face of the Future Award

Festival History

Women in Film was founded in 1972 with the Crystal + Lucy Awards following in 1977. The organization and its awards have operated for over five decades.

See Also

For women in filmmaking, see Independent Filmmaking Strategies. For the Athena Film Festival, see Athena Film Festival.