BAFTA Film Awards Winners Unveiled (Updating Live)

Hollywood Reporter

by Georg Szalai

February 22, 2026

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The 79th BAFTA Film Awards ceremony, held in London and hosted by Scottish actor Alan Cumming, celebrated a night of cinematic excellence with notable wins and records broken. The event showcased a competitive lineup, with Chloé Zhao's *Hamnet* earning the distinction of being the most-nominated film directed by a woman in BAFTA history. Other top contenders included Ryan Coogler’s *Sinners*, which set a record for the most nominations for a Black director at the British Academy. The ceremony also saw victories for films like Conclave and The Brutalist, each claiming multiple awards. Notable winners included Original Score nods for *Bugonia* and *Frankenstein*, with Max Richter and Alexandre Desplat taking home honors. The evening was marked by political statements from several winners, reflecting broader societal issues. David Borenstein accepted the Best Documentary award for *Mr. Nobody Against Putin* with a message about moral choices in challenging times, while Akinola Davies Jr., who won Outstanding Debut, concluded his speech with “Free Palestine!” These moments highlighted the event’s role as a platform for more than just cinematic achievements but also for voices addressing global concerns. Clare Binns was honored with the Outstanding British Contribution to Cinema Award

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Originally published on Hollywood Reporter on 2/22/2026