Conclave, a tale of scheming cardinals, along with the Spanish-language musical Emilia Pérez, captivates the 2023 Bafta film awards with impressive nomination counts, while surprises and snubs in acting categories spark conversation about the upcoming Oscars.
Pope-themed drama and musical hits top of Bafta nominations
Pope-themed drama and musical hits top of Bafta nominations
Conclave and Netflix's Emilia Pérez lead the competition with 12 and 11 nominations respectively, highlighting a vibrant film landscape that promotes diverse narratives.
The leading films in this year's Bafta nominations have created quite a buzz among critics and audiences alike. At the forefront is Conclave, boasting 12 nominations. This intriguing film delves into the secretive and often scandalous world of cardinals convening in Rome to elect a new Pope. Close on its heels is Netflix's gripping musical, Emilia Pérez, which portrays the transformative journey of a Mexican cartel leader who transitions to living as a transgender woman. This diverse thematic exploration across various films underlines a progressive shift in the film industry.
In the acting categories, frontrunners include Cynthia Erivo and Demi Moore nominated for lead actress, while Adrien Brody and Timothée Chalamet are recognized in the lead actor category. Notably, some notable actors like Denzel Washington and Daniel Craig fell short of nominations for their respective films, Gladiator II and Queer. Unexpected nods include Hugh Grant for his role in the horror film Heretic and Saoirse Ronan for The Outrun, both generating considerable excitement.
Anora, another strong competitor, secured seven nominations, including best film. Its narrative mirrors elements of 1990's Pretty Woman, unraveling a passionate romance between a New York sex worker and the son of a rich Russian aristocrat. The film features Mikey Madison in a leading role, making waves with dual nominations, and Sean Baker earning his first Bafta best director nomination.
The Bafta nominations reflect inclusion, with half of the best director contenders being first-time nominees. This includes Brady Corbet for The Brutalist, which garnered nine nods and centers around a Hungarian architect hired post-World War II. Meanwhile, Demi Moore’s performance keeps her in contention for further accolades following a recent Golden Globe win.
British actress Marianne Jean-Baptiste’s nomination for her portrayal of a woman battling depression in Hard Truths also positions her as a potential Oscar contender. The Bafta nominations often serve as a predictive metric for the Academy Awards, with previous years showcasing a notable alignment between the two ceremonies.
This year marks a significant step for family-oriented films, introducing a distinct category for them. Nominees include Wallace and Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl and the adaptation of Michael Morpurgo’s Kensuke's Kingdom. The Bafta Film Awards, scheduled for February 16 at London’s Royal Festival Hall, promises to be an engaging gala led by host David Tennant.
As the film industry continues to evolve, these nominations reinforce the commitment to diverse storytelling and talent recognition across various narratives and genres, setting the stage for an intriguing awards season ahead.
In the acting categories, frontrunners include Cynthia Erivo and Demi Moore nominated for lead actress, while Adrien Brody and Timothée Chalamet are recognized in the lead actor category. Notably, some notable actors like Denzel Washington and Daniel Craig fell short of nominations for their respective films, Gladiator II and Queer. Unexpected nods include Hugh Grant for his role in the horror film Heretic and Saoirse Ronan for The Outrun, both generating considerable excitement.
Anora, another strong competitor, secured seven nominations, including best film. Its narrative mirrors elements of 1990's Pretty Woman, unraveling a passionate romance between a New York sex worker and the son of a rich Russian aristocrat. The film features Mikey Madison in a leading role, making waves with dual nominations, and Sean Baker earning his first Bafta best director nomination.
The Bafta nominations reflect inclusion, with half of the best director contenders being first-time nominees. This includes Brady Corbet for The Brutalist, which garnered nine nods and centers around a Hungarian architect hired post-World War II. Meanwhile, Demi Moore’s performance keeps her in contention for further accolades following a recent Golden Globe win.
British actress Marianne Jean-Baptiste’s nomination for her portrayal of a woman battling depression in Hard Truths also positions her as a potential Oscar contender. The Bafta nominations often serve as a predictive metric for the Academy Awards, with previous years showcasing a notable alignment between the two ceremonies.
This year marks a significant step for family-oriented films, introducing a distinct category for them. Nominees include Wallace and Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl and the adaptation of Michael Morpurgo’s Kensuke's Kingdom. The Bafta Film Awards, scheduled for February 16 at London’s Royal Festival Hall, promises to be an engaging gala led by host David Tennant.
As the film industry continues to evolve, these nominations reinforce the commitment to diverse storytelling and talent recognition across various narratives and genres, setting the stage for an intriguing awards season ahead.
