Recap of BAFTA Awards 2024: ‘Oppenheimer’ Wins Big with Seven Awards (Credits: Reuters)
New Delhi: At the prestigious BAFTA Awards held on February 18th at London’s Royal Festival Hall, the film industry’s most talented figures gathered for an evening of accolades. David Tenant took on the role of host for the first time ever during this event. With a total of seven awards, Christopher Nolan’s ‘Oppenheimer’ was the night’s standout, while ‘Poor Things’ featuring Emma Stone finished closely with five awards.
For an in-depth look at the evening’s winners, explore the complete list of BAFTA Award recipients.
Complete List of BAFTA 2024 Award Recipients
Best Film – Oppenheimer
Best Director – Christopher Nolan
Leading Actress – Emma Stone
Leading Actor – Cillian Murphy
Supporting Actress – Da’Vine Joy Randolph
Supporting Actor – Robert Downey Jr
Original Screenplay – Anatomy of a Fall
Adapted Screenplay – American Fiction
Original Score – Oppenheimer
Casting – The Holdovers
Cinematography – Oppenheimer
Editing – Oppenheimer
Production Design – Poor Things
Costume Design – Poor Things
Make up & Hair – Poor Things
Sound – The Zone of Interest
Special Visual Effects – Poor Things
Outstanding British Film – The Zone of Interest
Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Director or Producer – Earth Mama
Film Not in the English Language – The Zone of Interest
Documentary – 20 Days in Mariupol
Animated Film – The Boy and the Heron
British Short Animation – Crab Day
British Short Film – Jellyfish and Lobster
EE Rising Star Award – Mia McKenna-Bruce
Highlights: Deepika Padukone at BAFTA 2024
International star Deepika Padukone added a touch of glamor to the BAFTA 2024 ceremony, presenting an award in a striking gold saree. She had the honor of presenting the Film Not in the English Language award to Jonathan Glazer’s ‘The Zone of Interest’, a Polish historical drama.
Reflecting on the power of the nominated films in this category, Deepika said they deliver “real and imagined worlds that stay with us long after the credits roll.” Sadly, favorites such as ‘Barbie’, directed by Greta Gerwig, and Martin Scorsese’s ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ did not secure any awards.
FAQs about BAFTA Awards 2024
- Who hosted the BAFTA Awards 2024?
- The event was hosted by Scottish actor David Tenant.
- Which film won the most awards at the BAFTA Awards 2024?
- ‘Oppenheimer’ won the most awards, coming in at seven total trophies.
- Did any film not win despite being nominated?
- Yes, ‘Barbie’ and ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ did not win any awards despite being nominated.
- Who won the EE Rising Star Award?
- Mia McKenna-Bruce was honored with the EE Rising Star Award.
Conclusion
The BAFTA Awards 2024 concluded with a noteworthy celebration of outstanding achievements in cinema. ‘Oppenheimer’ emerged as a tour de force, making a remarkable sweep at the awards. The ceremony not only celebrated cinematic excellence but also showcased fashion and international representation, with Deepika Padukone’s presence highlighting the global influence of the BAFTAs. While the event marked triumph for many, it also reflected the unpredictability of award seasons, with some acclaimed films leaving without accolades. Nonetheless, the BAFTA Awards continue to be a barometer for excellence in filmmaking.