Paul Thomas Anderson’s politically themed action movie “One Battle After Another” is leading the pack with 14 nominations for the British Academy Film Awards. The film has received recognition for its cast, with five actors earning nods. Following closely is Ryan Coogler’s vampire epic “Sinners,” which has garnered 13 nominations. Meanwhile, Chloé Zhao’s family tragedy “Hamnet” and Josh Safdie’s “Marty Supreme” both received 11 nominations each.
Guillermo Del Toro’s reimagining of “Frankenstein” and the Norwegian drama “Sentimental Value” each received eight nominations, making them part of the top contenders for both the British and Hollywood Academy Awards. The nominees for Best Film include “One Battle After Another,” “Hamnet,” “Marty Supreme,” “Sinners,” and “Sentimental Value.”
BAFTA’s CEO, Jane Millichip, highlighted the significance of movies like “One Battle After Another” and “Sinners” for addressing profound societal issues such as activism and Black identity, as well as exploring intimate family relationships through storytelling diversity.
In the Best Leading Actor category, nominees include Robert Aramayo for his role in the biographical drama “I Swear,” Timothée Chalamet for “Marty Supreme,” Leonardo DiCaprio for “One Battle After Another,” Ethan Hawke for “Blue Moon,” Michael B. Jordan for “Sinners,” and Jesse Plemons for “Bugonia.”
Among the leading actresses, Jessie Buckley is a standout for her portrayal of Agnes Hathaway in “Hamnet.” She competes against Rose Byrne, Kate Hudson, Chase Infiniti, Renate Reinsve, and Emma Stone in the category.
Supporting performances in “One Battle After Another” have earned nominations for Teyana Taylor, Benicio del Toro, and Sean Penn. The Associated Press secured a nomination in the Best Documentary category for “2000 Meters to Andriivka,” a portrayal of the Ukraine war.
The winners will be revealed at a ceremony on February 22 in London, hosted by Alan Cumming. The EE BAFTA Film Awards often offer insights into potential winners at the Hollywood Academy Awards, scheduled for March 15 this year. Notably, the BAFTAs have recognized talents overlooked by the Oscars, including Paul Mescal and Odessa A’zion.
The BAFTAs emphasize British cinema with a dedicated category for Best British Film, featuring nominees like “The Ballad of Wallis Island,” “Pillion,” “I Swear,” and “Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy.” The awards involve industry professionals in the selection process, with the Rising Star Award determined by public vote.
Diversity remains a focal point for the BAFTAs, with ongoing efforts to promote inclusivity. Changes have been made to the voting process to enhance diversity, with a more inclusive representation across categories. Notably, Chloé Zhao is the sole female nominee in the Best Director category, reflecting a broader push for gender equality in the film industry.
