BAFTA Awards

The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) Film Awards, also known as the BAFTA Awards, are a prestigious annual event that honours the best in film, both British and international. Established in 1947 as The British Film Academy, BAFTA has since grown into a global organization that supports and promotes the art forms of the moving image. The awards are a testament to BAFTA's mission to recognize and celebrate exceptional storytelling, inspire practitioners, and benefit the public.

BAFTA's awards are highly regarded in the industry, with nominees and winners selected by industry peers. The ceremony, which was first broadcast on the BBC in 1956, has become a significant event in the film industry's calendar, attracting a wide range of talent from around the world. The awards are presented in various categories, including Best Film, Outstanding British Film, Best Film Not in the English Language, Best Documentary, and Best Animated Film, among others.

In addition to the awards, BAFTA runs a year-round program of educational events, including film screenings and tribute evenings. The organization is supported by a membership of about 6,000 people from the film, television, and video game industries, who are committed to championing talent, recognizing exceptional storytelling, and making the creative industries a fairer and more sustainable place.

BAFTA's awards are an essential part of its mission to enrich the cultural landscape, level the playing field, be progressive, inspire and celebrate. The awards inspire audiences and game players to discover more, drive creatives and practitioners to excel, and reflect and relate to the lives of everyone.

The BAFTA Awards ceremony is a celebration of the outstanding storytellers of our time, honoring the craft that goes into making the films, games, and TV shows that enrich our culture. The awards are a testament to BAFTA's commitment to championing talent, recognizing exceptional storytelling, and making the creative industries a fairer and more sustainable place.