Bafta

/ˈbæftə/
noun

It's an award given by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts for achievements in film, television, and games.

The director was thrilled to win a BAFTA for his latest film.
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noun

It's an award given by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts for achievements in film, television, and games.

The director was thrilled to win a BAFTA for his latest film.
Visual representation of "bafta" - It's an award given by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts for achievements in film, television, and games.

Often appears as...

  • win a bafta
  • bafta nomination
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Cultural Prestige

A BAFTA is a prestigious award, often indicating high-quality work and recognition by peers in the industry.

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Her performance was outstanding; people are saying she might even get a BAFTA.
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Not Just Films

Although commonly associated with movies, 'bafta' also applies to TV and video game accomplishments.

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He was so good in that TV series, I wouldn't be surprised if he landed a BAFTA nomination.
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Award Season

The BAFTA awards are part of the entertainment industry's award season, which includes various other ceremonies.

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Award season is here. Do you think any of these shows will pick up a BAFTA?
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Cultural Prestige

A BAFTA is a prestigious award, often indicating high-quality work and recognition by peers in the industry.

Illustration for Cultural Prestige
Her performance was outstanding; people are saying she might even get a BAFTA.
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Not Just Films

Although commonly associated with movies, 'bafta' also applies to TV and video game accomplishments.

Illustration for Not Just Films
He was so good in that TV series, I wouldn't be surprised if he landed a BAFTA nomination.
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Award Season

The BAFTA awards are part of the entertainment industry's award season, which includes various other ceremonies.

Illustration for Award Season
Award season is here. Do you think any of these shows will pick up a BAFTA?
LampPro Tip 1/3

Cultural Prestige

A BAFTA is a prestigious award, often indicating high-quality work and recognition by peers in the industry.

Illustration for Cultural Prestige
Her performance was outstanding; people are saying she might even get a BAFTA.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Not Just Films

Although commonly associated with movies, 'bafta' also applies to TV and video game accomplishments.

Illustration for Not Just Films
He was so good in that TV series, I wouldn't be surprised if he landed a BAFTA nomination.
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Award Season

The BAFTA awards are part of the entertainment industry's award season, which includes various other ceremonies.

Illustration for Award Season
Award season is here. Do you think any of these shows will pick up a BAFTA?
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Quote examples

Daniel Rigby

English Actor

My mum and dad were incredibly supportive - although I suspect my dad would have preferred me to go the university route. However, I know they were extremely proud when I won the 2011 BAFTA Best Actor for playing comedian Eric Morecambe in 'Eric and Ernie.
Portrait of Daniel Rigby

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Florence Pugh

English Actress

I found out I got 'The Little Drummer Girl' and my BAFTA nomination in quick succession, and I just didn't expect it to be like that. I thought there would be a lot more time in between. It's been an overwhelming experience.
Portrait of Florence Pugh

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Asif Kapadia

British Director

While still a young student at film school, I was lucky enough to get a golden ticket to a Martin Scorsese master class at BAFTA in Piccadilly: fancy, but technically still 'the flicks'.
Portrait of Asif Kapadia

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Noel Clarke

English Actor

I don't think anyone expected me to get the BAFTA. The bookies didn't have me down. It's definitely made a huge difference in my career, but I don't dwell on it.
Portrait of Noel Clarke

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Georgina Campbell

English Actress

I'm not really into destiny, but it's funny - I bumped into a woman who told me about an audition, and now I have a BAFTA.
Portrait of Georgina Campbell

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Karren Brady

British Public Servant

Winning the BAFTA for 'Young Apprentice' felt great. It's really nice to be part of the winning team.
Portrait of Karren Brady

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Rene Russo

American Actress

I'll be honest with you: I'd rather have BAFTA over an Academy Award any day. Because it's just cool.
Portrait of Rene Russo

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Ray Fearon

Actor

I'm a member of BAFTA, so I vote in all the films that come up for the Academy Awards.
Portrait of Ray Fearon

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Kenneth Branagh

Irish Actor

The BAFTA is both absolutely fantastic and sort of meaningless at the same time.
Portrait of Kenneth Branagh

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Florence Pugh

English Actress

The fact that I've been nominated for a BAFTA is insane.
Portrait of Florence Pugh

Quote examples

Daniel Rigby

English Actor

My mum and dad were incredibly supportive - although I suspect my dad would have preferred me to go the university route. However, I know they were extremely proud when I won the 2011 BAFTA Best Actor for playing comedian Eric Morecambe in 'Eric and Ernie.
Portrait of Daniel Rigby

Quote examples

Florence Pugh

English Actress

I found out I got 'The Little Drummer Girl' and my BAFTA nomination in quick succession, and I just didn't expect it to be like that. I thought there would be a lot more time in between. It's been an overwhelming experience.
Portrait of Florence Pugh

Quote examples

Asif Kapadia

British Director

While still a young student at film school, I was lucky enough to get a golden ticket to a Martin Scorsese master class at BAFTA in Piccadilly: fancy, but technically still 'the flicks'.
Portrait of Asif Kapadia

Quote examples

Noel Clarke

English Actor

I don't think anyone expected me to get the BAFTA. The bookies didn't have me down. It's definitely made a huge difference in my career, but I don't dwell on it.
Portrait of Noel Clarke

Quote examples

Georgina Campbell

English Actress

I'm not really into destiny, but it's funny - I bumped into a woman who told me about an audition, and now I have a BAFTA.
Portrait of Georgina Campbell

Quote examples

Karren Brady

British Public Servant

Winning the BAFTA for 'Young Apprentice' felt great. It's really nice to be part of the winning team.
Portrait of Karren Brady

Quote examples

Rene Russo

American Actress

I'll be honest with you: I'd rather have BAFTA over an Academy Award any day. Because it's just cool.
Portrait of Rene Russo

Quote examples

Ray Fearon

Actor

I'm a member of BAFTA, so I vote in all the films that come up for the Academy Awards.
Portrait of Ray Fearon

Quote examples

Kenneth Branagh

Irish Actor

The BAFTA is both absolutely fantastic and sort of meaningless at the same time.
Portrait of Kenneth Branagh

Quote examples

Florence Pugh

English Actress

The fact that I've been nominated for a BAFTA is insane.
Portrait of Florence Pugh
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