The 78th edition of the BAFTA Awards takes place today at the Royal Festival Hall in London. The ceremony, organized by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts, is known for its influence in the awards season and its anticipation of the Oscars. Additionally, figures like Monica Barbaro and Gwendoline Christie have showcased everything from gothic themes to classic glamour.
"Conclave," a papal thriller directed by Edward Berger, leads the nominations with 12 nods, including Best Film and Best Director. Other notable films at the ceremony are "Anora" and "The Brutalist," both with multiple nominations.
This year's red carpet has witnessed diverse and bold styles. Celebrities like Colman Domingo surprised with avant-garde outfits, while Pamela Anderson dazzled in an all-white ensemble.
The ceremony will be broadcast live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer in the UK starting at 19:00 GMT. Viewers in Mexico will be able to enjoy the event from 13:00 Mexico City time, via TNT and the streaming platform Max.
Regarding the nominations, Emilia Pérez stands out with 11 nominations, although she is mired in controversy due to comments from her lead, Karla Sofía Gascón. Other highlights include Will Sharpe with a gothic style and Marianne Jean-Baptiste with understated elegance.
For those in the United States, BritBox International will offer live broadcasting from 14:00 ET/11:00 PT. The BAFTA Awards ceremony promises to be a night full of surprises, dazzling fashion, and recognition of outstanding cinematic talent from the past year.
