Can Oscars avoid repeat of Bafta ‘all-white’ controversy?
This year’s Oscar nominations will be watched closely for any evidence of the same “all-white” controversy that hit the Baftas.
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‘Delighted’ Sir Sam Mendes responds to 1917’s Bafta nominations success
Sir Sam Mendes has said he “couldn’t be more delighted” by the success of his “highly personal” war film 1917, which received nine Bafta nominations.
Cynthia Erivo, Greta Gerwig and Awkwafina among Bafta snubs
The Bafta nominations, which have been criticised for a lack of diversity, meant snubs for the likes of Cynthia Erivo, Awkwafina and Antonio Banderas.
Bafta film nominees list: Who is up for an award this year?
This year’s Bafta film nominations have been announced, with Joker leading the way after scoring 11.
Graham Norton to host film Baftas: ‘It will be the biggest sofa I’ve ever faced’
Graham Norton will take over from Joanna Lumley as host of the film Baftas.
Which TV shows could scoop Must-See Moment of 2018?
The moment Keeley Hawes’ character was assassinated in Bodyguard is in the running for Bafta’s top TV moment.
Acting awards in 2019 ‘most diverse in more than 10 years’
This year’s crop of awards for acting on the big screen produced the most ethnically diverse line-up of winners for more than a decade, new analysis shows.
YouTube pranksters broke onto the Bafta red carpet and took selfies with stars
Four YouTubers broke onto the Bafta red carpet and took selfies with celebrities during Sunday night’s event.
TV audience for Baftas drops by half a million
The TV audience for the Baftas dropped by half a million compared with last year, overnight figures show.
The Favourite’s Weisz and Colman back gay rights on Baftas red carpet
Bafta winners Olivia Colman and Rachel Weisz have been hailed as LGBT heroes after proclaiming their support for the community on the red carpet before Sunday’s awards show.
The winners and losers at the 2019 Baftas
Winners The Favourite – The cynical period drama might have missed out on the best film but it was the toast of the Baftas, picking up seven wins including for leading actress Olivia Colman, supporting actress Rachel Weisz and outstanding British film.
Rami Malek thanks Freddie Mercury as he wins best actor Bafta
Rami Malek thanked Freddie Mercury, “the greatest outsider of them all”, as he won the leading actor award at the Baftas.
Rachel Weisz says The Favourite is not about the Time’s Up movement
Rachel Weisz has reminded audiences that The Favourite is not a film about the Time’s Up or Me Too movements.
Mary J Blige admits Doctor Foster is her favourite TV show
Mary J Blige has said she is a huge fan of British TV show Doctor Foster.
Cheers for William and Kate as they walk the red carpet at Bafta film awards
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were cheered on to the red carpet at the Bafta film awards.
Olivia Colman goes head to head with Glenn Close at Bafta film awards
British favourite Olivia Colman will go head to head with Oscar-tipped Glenn Close when the Bafta film awards are handed out today.
Margot Robbie, Olivia Colman and Bradley Cooper among Bafta attendees
Margot Robbie, Olivia Colman, Bradley Cooper, Glenn Close and Claire Foy are among the stars who will attend the film Baftas, organisers have announced.
Cooper and Cuaron make history with Bafta nods
Bradley Cooper and Alfonso Cuaron have both made Bafta awards nominations history with their passion projects A Star Is Born and Roma.
Olivia Colman in running to be crowned queen of the Baftas
Olivia Colman will go head to head with Glenn Close and Lady Gaga when the Bafta film awards are handed out on Sunday.
William and Kate to attend Bafta film awards
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will attend the EE British Academy Film Awards, it has been confirmed.