UK selects ‘Santosh’ as international feature Oscar entry
The UK is the current award holder, with Jonathan Glazer’s ‘The Zone of Interest’.
Bafta launches documentary programme for creatives from underrepresented groups
Asif Kapadia and Reggie Yates have both endorsed the programme.
Bafta albert appoints former BBC exec Ralph Lee as chair
Lee was formely CEO of BBC Studio Productions.
Iain Canning, Barnaby Thompson, Ray Panthaki join Bafta film committee
They have been elected by Bafta’s 12,000-strong membership from across the screen industries.
Bafta introduces children’s and family film award for 2025, reduces jury interventions
Further changes include tightening up of the eligibility for outstanding British film and an overhaul of the opt-in chapters.
Festival pioneer Lynda Myles to receive Bafta Scotland award
Former Edinburgh director Myles was the world’s first female festival director.
Major European film academies relaunch federation with Bafta in discussions to join
The Federation of Film Academies Europe (FACE) replaces the Film Academy Network Europe.
Bafta launches Refugee Journalism grants, awards Prince William bursaries
The Refugee Journalism Project is awarding £30,000 to 11 individuals.
Bafta reveals date for 2025 film awards ceremony
The ceremony will take place during the Berlinale in February.
Netflix’s ‘The Crown’ leads Bafta TV nominations
‘Black Mirror’, ‘Slow Horses’ and ‘Happy Valley’ also scored several nods.
