Vadim Perelman Awards
Chicago Film Critics Association
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Nominated | Chicago Film Critics Association |
Most Promising Filmmaker House of Sand and Fog |
Independent Spirit Awards
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Nominated | Independent Spirit Awards |
Best First Feature House of Sand and Fog |
National Board of Review
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Won | National Board of Review |
Best Directorial Debut House of Sand and Fog |