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Writers Guild of America Awards
 
Annual awards given out for outstanding achievements in film, TV, or radio writing since 1949. In 2004, the show was broadcast on television for the first time in its history. Simultaneous awards ceremonies are held in New York City and Los Angeles by the Writers Guild of America, East and Writers Guild of America, West, respectively.
 
 
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Pick of the Litter 1974
Young Frankenstein
(1974)  PG
Young Dr. Frankenstein (Wilder), a brain surgeon, inherits the family castle back in Transylvania. He's skittish about the family business, but when he learns his grandfather's secrets, he becomes obsessed with making his own monster. Wilder and monster Boyle make a memorable song-and-dance team to Irving Berlin's "Puttin' on the ... more
The Godfather, Part 2
(1974)  R
A continuation and retracing of the first film, interpolating the maintenance of the Corleone family by the aging Michael, and its founding by the young Vito (De Niro, in a terrific performance) 60 years before in NYC's Little Italy. Often considered the second half of one film, the two films ... more
Chinatown
(1974)  R
Private detective Jake Gittes (Nicholson) finds himself overwhelmed in a scandalous case involving the rich and powerful of Los Angeles. Gripping, atmospheric mystery excels in virtually every aspect, with strong narrative drive and outstanding performances from Nicholson, Dunaway, and Huston. Director Polanski also appears in a suitable unsettling cameo. Fabulous. ... more

Writers Guild of America: The WGA Awards 1974
 
 
Blazing Saddles
Best Original screenplay
 
(Winner) Blazing Saddles
(1974) R \"\"

Nominees:
No Nominees Under this category
 
 

 
The Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz
Best Adapted screenplay
 

Nominees:
No Nominees Under this category
 
 

 
The Godfather, Part 2
Best Adapted screenplay
 

Nominees:
No Nominees Under this category
 
 

 
Chinatown
Best Original screenplay
 
(Winner) Chinatown
(1974) R 

Nominees:
No Nominees Under this category
 
 


 
 
 
 
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