The 78th British Academy Film Awards took place at the Royal Festival Hall in London on February 16, hosted by Scottish actor David Tennant. The glittering ceremony marked a night of celebration for the year’s most outstanding achievements in film.
Leading the evening with four awards each were Conclave and The Brutalist, both of which triumphed in multiple categories.
Key Winners of the Night:
- Best Film: Conclave
- EE Rising Star Award: David Jonsson
- Best Leading Actress: Mikey Madison (Anora)
- Best Leading Actor: Adrien Brody (The Brutalist)
- Best Director: Edward Berger (Conclave)
- Outstanding British Film: Conclave
The night also saw significant recognition in various categories. Wicked took home the award for Best Costume Design, while The Substance won Best Make-Up & Hair. The Best Documentary award went to SuperMan: The Christopher Reeve Story, and Wallace and Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl won Best Animated Film.
The star-studded event was a memorable showcase of cinematic excellence, honoring the year’s top talent across various genres and crafts.