Baftas 2024: Dogs, tears and dancefloor murder

Meanwhile, American comedian and actor Keegan-Michael-Key presented the award in a completely English accent, while Downey Jr., who won the supporting role, said part of his award went to Oppenheimer's Christopher Nolan's He attributed this to his “British sensibilities.”

Not to mention fellow American star Davine Joy Randolph, who is a fully paid Englishman. She began her career in London's West End in Ghost the Musical, and before that studied at the British Academy of American Drama in Oxford.

“I went in a lot. [to London] “Seeing a play at the National Theater and seeing 'War Horse' changed my life,” she said backstage. “It was so amazing that I called the school.” [back in the US] And I said, “I'm not going back, I want to stay here.'' So since you guys introduced me to the classics, I'm into Pinter and stuff like that. ”

She truly is the gift that keeps on giving. Earlier in the evening, she took to the stage to accept her Best Supporting Actress award for playing her grieving mother Mary in The Holdovers.

As she walked up to accept her award from Chiwetel Ejiofor, the star of The Night Is All Over, she couldn't help but tell him: “You look very handsome.” And he certainly looked dapper in a classic black tuxedo.

She shed tears when talking about her co-star Paul Giamatti and also when talking about her role. “There are countless Marys throughout history who never had the opportunity to wear a beautiful gown and stand on a stage here in London. Telling her story is a responsibility I cannot take lightly.” I did.

Later, when asked about the strange decision to release The Holdovers in the UK in January, even though it is set during the Christmas period, she responded to a famous British word that starts with 'b'. used to make journalists laugh. I'm sure you can guess which word we're referring to.

When Best Actor winner Cillian Murphy thanked “Oppenhomes” in his acceptance speech, it probably disgusted our teenage sons, but we loved it. .

He was the first Irish-born actor to win a BAFTA for Best Actor and said: “I'm a really proud Irishman and that means a lot.” He further added, “People come up to me on the street and say they saw the movie.” [Oppenheimer] 5th, 6th, 7th time…it's very humbling…and it's been a great year for movies. ”

At 3 hours long, 6-7 episodes might be a bit much.

Host David Tennant was an all-round success this year, with his infectious enthusiasm and truly entertaining script. And how many men can get away with a combination of kilts, sporrans, and glittering epaulettes?

Tennant also had fun with the Barbie staff and introduced the “Ugly Corner” as the camera panned to the gorgeous pair Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling in the audience. Closing the show with “Barbie, let's go to the party” was a highlight.

Since then, the 62-year-old has continued to raise millions of dollars for research into the disease, as well as raising awareness through the Michael J. Fox Foundation. Many people on social media said they shed tears when they saw him.

Emerald Fennell's twisted thriller didn't win any of the five categories it was nominated for, but it still made headlines as Sophie Ellis-Bextor took to the stage to perform “Murder on the Dance Floor.” monopolized. Her 2002 song has enjoyed something of a renaissance since it was featured in the film's infamous final scene, in which Barry Keoghan's Oliver dances naked around a rural mountain.

Thankfully, Barry didn't feel the need to reenact his act and stayed safely in his seat. But by the end, the camera cut to him and he seemed to really enjoy the show.

“Oompa Loompas, Doompity, now in the best director category, Oompa Loompas, Doompity, most of these movies were honestly too long, Oompa Loompas, Doompity, but somehow nominated teeth…”

But it wasn't all frivolous fun. The Zone of Interest won her three awards, including Outstanding British Film. The film tells the chilling story of the commandant of Auschwitz, who lives next door to the death camp with his young family.

In his acceptance speech for Best Non-English Film, producer James Wilson said: “Walls are not new before or since the Holocaust, and we should be mindful of the innocent people being killed in Gaza, Yemen and Mariupol.'' That seems clear to me now,” he said. Or maybe Israel? ”

20 Days in Mariupol won the award for best documentary. Its director Mstislav Chernov gave an emotional interview to the BBC's Colin Patterson, saying he hoped he would still be alive by the time next year's British Academy begins. His film follows a team of Ukrainian journalists trapped in the besieged city of Mariupol, documenting the atrocities of the Russian invasion.

Backstage he said: “We are giving a voice to Ukrainians. We are continuing to remind the world of what is happening. Another city was just taken over by Russia, so we came here to talk about this. It is more important than ever to continue. This award is “for the people of Mariupol. They saved our lives. They helped us every step of the way.”

Mr Morton, who has had success on TV shows such as The Walking Dead and appeared in films such as Minority Report and Where to Find Them, won this year's BAFTA Fellowship. received the highest honor).

She grew up in the care system and told the audience how important it is for people of her background to be represented in film and television.

“The first time I saw Ken Loach's 'Kes' on the giant TV that was wheeled into my classroom, I was forever changed.

“Seeing poverty and people like me on screen made me realize myself. Representation matters.”

She said she would tell her younger self, “You matter, don't give up, and the stories we tell have the power to change lives.”

“The film changed my life, changed me, and led me here today. I want to honor this award with all the children in our care, or who were in our care, and all those who didn't survive. Dedicated to the children of

Speaking backstage about the challenges of the British film industry, she said: “We can't be a service industry for great Americans…We need our own investment. But if our government is a culture minister… And if you just give the sports minister, rather than separate it out and identify what we're doing…it's a billion dollar industry, and it's stupid of them not to understand that. is.”

There was some surprise that the former Friends star wasn't mentioned in the memorial segment. But the British Academy said he would be included in the obituary montage at the TV Awards in May.