Chicago Indie Critics, the Windy City movie reviewers organization that celebrates diversity in film criticism, has announced the nominees in its ninth annual Windie Awards competition. Details on the nominees, including a complete list of contenders in the program’s 27 categories, is available here. Voting among the organization’s members is currently ongoing, and the winners will be announced at a ceremony for members and their guests on January 15, with social media announcements to follow shortly thereafter.

As a proud member of this organization, it’s been a distinct pleasure to participate in the process of honoring these nominees. More to follow when the lucky recipients are announced.