- In 2005, received San Francisco Film Critics Circle Award for Best Supporting Actor
- In 1991, received Golden Globe Award for Best Director - Motion Picture
- In 1991, received Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture - Drama
- In 1991, received Directors Guild of America Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Motion Pictures
- In 1991, received Academy Award for Best Director
- In 1991, received Academy Award for Best Picture
- In 1991, received Producers Guild of America Award for Motion Picture Producer of the Year
- In 1990, received National Board of Review Award for Best Picture
- In 1990, received National Board of Review Award for Best Director
