What Happened Was Awards
Independent Spirit Awards
| Year | Result | Award | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | Nominated | Independent Spirit Awards |
Best Actress Karen Sillas |
| 1994 | Nominated | Independent Spirit Awards |
Best First Screenplay Tom Noonan |
| 1997 | Won | Independent Spirit Awards |
Producers Award Scott Macaulay Robin O'Hara |
Sundance Film Festival
| Year | Result | Award | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Won | Sundance Film Festival |
Grand Jury Prize - Dramatic Tom Noonan |
| 1993 | Won | Sundance Film Festival |
Waldo Salt Screenwriting Award Tom Noonan |
