| Category | Recipient | Award |
|---|---|---|
| Best Supporting Actress (Nomination) |
Adrienne-Joi Johnson (1990) |
Independent Spirit Awards |
| Best Cinematography (Nomination) |
Peter Deming (1990) |
Independent Spirit Awards |
| Best Supporting Actress (Nomination) |
Tisha Campbell (1990) |
Independent Spirit Awards |
| Best Actor (Nomination) |
Christopher "Kid" Reid (1990) |
Independent Spirit Awards |
| Best Director (Nomination) |
Reginald Hudlin (1990) |
Independent Spirit Awards |
| Best First Feature (Nomination) |
Reginald Hudlin (1990) |
Independent Spirit Awards |
| Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Pic (Nomination) |
Robin Harris (1990) |
Independent Spirit Awards |
