Awards and Nominations
| Award | Category | Nominee | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65th Academy Awards | Best Actress in a Leading Role | Mary McDonnell | Nominated |
| Best Original Screenplay | John Sayles | Nominated | |
| 1993 Flanders International Film Festival | Grand Prix | John Sayles | Won |
| 50th Golden Globe Awards | Best Actress – Motion Picture Drama | Mary McDonnell | Nominated |
| Best Supporting Actress – Motion Picture | Alfre Woodard | Nominated | |
| 1992 Independent Spirit Awards | Best Supporting Male | David Strathairn | Nominated |
| Best Supporting Female | Alfre Woodard | Won | |
| 1992 Writers Guild of America Awards | Best Original Screenplay | John Sayles | Nominated |
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