Cillian Murphy, Robert Downey Jr, and director Christopher Nolan were recognized for their contributions to Oppenheimer at the Bafta Awards, where the film stood out.
Cillian Murphy portrayed J. Robert Oppenheimer, while Robert Downey Jr received the award for Best Supporting Actor.
The movie grabbed seven Baftas, including the coveted Best Film award.
Poor Things also earned recognition with five awards, with Emma Stone winning Best Actress.
Da’Vine Joy Randolph was awarded Best Supporting Actress for her role in The Holdovers.
“There’s a chance the success of Oppenheimer and its actors could repeat at the Oscars, though the two award ceremonies don’t always align completely,” noted the report.
Michael J. Fox made a surprise appearance to announce Oppenheimer as Best Film, receiving a standing ovation for his remarkable career despite battling Parkinson’s disease for over 30 years.
Murphy expressed gratitude, saying, “Thank you very, very much Bafta,” and praised Nolan and the cast for their dedication to excellence.
Nolan, winning his first Bafta, acknowledged Murphy and the film’s backers for their commitment to a challenging project.
Downey Jr’s win marked a record for the longest gap between Bafta victories, thanking Nolan humorously for suggesting an “understated approach.”
In addition to individual awards, Oppenheimer dominated with seven wins, while Poor Things followed with five.
The Holdovers’ Da’Vine Joy Randolph emotionally dedicated her win to unrecognized individuals throughout history, stressing the importance of telling their stories.
The Zone of Interest, directed by Jonathan Glazer, took home Best British Film, while Hayao Miyazaki’s The Boy and the Heron won Best Animated Film, marking a first for Japanese cinema.
Samantha Morton received the Bafta Fellowship and dedicated her award to children in care, drawing attention to her upbringing.
David Tennant hosted the ceremony, adding humor with references to popular culture, including the film Barbie.
Despite numerous nominations, some films like Barbie left empty-handed, while others, such as Killers of the Flower Moon and Maestro, missed out on awards.
Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s performance added to the evening’s entertainment, with her hit “Murder on the Dancefloor” gaining new relevance in the film Saltburn.
The Prince of Wales attended, marking his first major public appearance since his wife’s recent operation.
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