The film gathered various awards and nominations following its release, ranging from recognition of the film itself to Nelson's screenplay, the direction and the cast's acting performances, particularly those of Dern and June Squibb. At the 86th Academy Awards, "Nebraska" received six nominations. The film earned nine nominations from the Alliance of Women Film Journalists. The American Film Institute included "Nebraska" on their annual Top Ten Films of the Year list. The film garnered 6 nominations at the 19th Critics' Choice Awards, while earning three nominations from the Boston Society of Film Critics, British Academy Film Awards and Chicago Film Critics Association. Cinematographer Phedon Papamichael was nominated for the Golden Frog award from the Camerimage. "Nebraska" received five nominations at the 71st Golden Globe Awards, including Best Director and Best Musical or Comedy Motion Picture.