| Year | Event | Category | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | British Academy Film Awards | Best Leading Actress | I've Loved You So Long | Nominated |
| 2008 | Golden Globe Awards | Best Actress - Drama | I've Loved You So Long | Nominated |
| 1997 | Screen Actors Guild Awards | Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role | The English Patient | Nominated |
| 1997 | British Academy Film Awards | Best Leading Actress | The English Patient | Nominated |
| 1997 | Academy Awards | Best Actress | The English Patient | Nominated |
| 1996 | Golden Globe Awards | Best Actress - Drama | The English Patient | Nominated |