The British Academy Film Awards

The British Academy Film Awards (1948- )

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Live coverage of the UK's prestigious annual film awards.

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When did The British Academy Film Awards premiere?

The British Academy Film Awards premiered in 1948.

Who was the first presenter of The British Academy Film Awards?

The first presenter of The British Academy Film Awards was Richard Attenborough.

Which film won the Best Picture Award at the 1st BAFTA Awards?

The Best Picture Award at the 1st BAFTA Awards was won by "Hamlet".

Which actress won the Best Actress Award at the 1st BAFTA Awards?

The Best Actress Award at the 1st BAFTA Awards was won by Vivien Leigh for her performance in "Anna Karenina."

Who was the Best Supporting Actor at the 1st BAFTA Awards?

Best Supporting Actor at the 1st BAFTA Awards was won by Claude Rains for his role in "Notorious".

Who won the Best Director Award at the 1st BAFTA Awards?

The Best Director Award at the 1st BAFTA Awards was won by Laurence Olivier for "Henry V".

What was the Overseas Award at the 2nd BAFTA Awards given to?

The Overseas Award at the 2nd BAFTA Awards was given to "The Best Years of Our Lives".

Who won the Best Supporting Actress Award at the 2nd BAFTA Awards?

The Best Supporting Actress Award at the 2nd BAFTA Awards was won by Anne Baxter for her portrayal in "The Razor's Edge".

Who was the producer of the Best Film Award winner at the 3rd BAFTA Awards?

The Best Film Award winner at the 3rd BAFTA Awards was "The Red Shoes," produced by Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger.

Which film won the Best Documentary Award at the 3rd BAFTA Awards?

"Design for Death" won the Best Documentary Award at the 3rd BAFTA Awards.

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Also known as

  • The BAFTA Television Awards (United Kingdom)
  • BAFTA (United Kingdom)

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