BAFTAs

BAFTAs 2025: Who Wore What, Who Won, and Who Had a Laugh?

It’s awards season, and the BAFTAs brought drama both on-screen and on the red carpet! Discover the winners, the fashion highlights, and David Tennant's hilarious moments!

The BAFTAs 2025 have officially rolled out the red carpet, celebrating the remarkable films and stars that graced the silver screen this past year. The night was brimming with excitement as some of the industry's finest gathered at London's Royal Festival Hall. Perhaps the biggest buzz came from the film "Conclave," which took home the coveted Best Picture award, edging out competitors like "The Brutalist" and qualifying dramas from directors Brady Corbet and Edward Berger, who both bagged multiple accolades—a true testament to their craftsmanship.

With personalities like Demi Moore and Gromit hitting the stage, the night was a blend of poignant speeches and light-hearted banter. One could hardly contain their chuckles at David Tennant's snappy comic timing, as he offered a funny yet wise take on the competitive nature of the awards season. Meanwhile, the glamour was undeniable, with stars like Selena Gomez dazzling in a Schiaparelli gown — the perfect match for her stunning marquise engagement ring. As for the Best Leading Actor award, Adrien Brody's performance in "The Brutalist" bagged him yet another well-deserved accolade, bringing his talent back into the spotlight.

Of course, the night wouldn't be complete without the stunning – if occasionally eyebrow-raising – red carpet looks. From the goth-inspired fashions capturing viewers' imagination to breathtaking silhouettes gracing the arrival style lineup, this year's BAFTAs showcased daring confidence among the stars. Audiences in Australia were eager to catch all the red carpet excitement and celebratory moments live, proving that the Australian film community is just as entranced by the glamour and grit of the BAFTAs as anyone!

As the excitement of the BAFTAs winds down, fans are already looking ahead to Oscar night. But while we wait, there's no shortage of intriguing stories from the BAFTAs, including the much-discussed snubs, such as Ralph Fiennes' absence from the nominations list and infamous omissions like Bob Dylan. For all film lovers, the BAFTAs are always a delightful preamble to the Oscar ceremony, nudging audiences to reflect on the sheer diversity and excellence of global cinema.

Fun fact: the BAFTAs, or the British Academy of Film and Television Arts Awards, first graced our screens in 1947, beginning the impressive tradition of celebrating cinematic talent. And here's another nugget for the trivia buffs: did you know that the iconic BAFTA trophy, a golden mask, was designed by renowned British sculptor Sir Anthony Jones? Pretty cool right?