The 2025 BAFTA Film Awards have come and gone, leaving a trail of glitter, gowns, and, of course, plenty of talking points.
Did your predictions come true?
Probably not entirely, because, let’s face it, awards season is anything *but* predictable!
Buckle up, buttercup, because we’re diving deep into the most memorable moments and what they might mean for the upcoming Oscars.
The Big Winners: Conclave and The Brutalist Split the Spoils
It was a big night for Conclave and The Brutalist, both snagging four BAFTAs each.
Conclave took home the coveted Best Film and Outstanding British Film awards, proving it’s still a major player.
But The Brutalist wasn’t far behind, with Brady Corbet winning Best Director and Adrien Brody taking home Best Actor.
A split decision, indeed!
What does this mean for the Oscars?
It’s anyone’s guess, really.
The Brits clearly have a fondness for these films, but will the Academy follow suit?
Mikey Madison Shocks the World
Talk about a surprise!
Mikey Madison scooped up the Leading Actress award for her role in Anora, beating out frontrunner Demi Moore.
Did anyone see that coming?
Well, maybe a few keen-eyed observers.
Madison’s performance is clearly resonating, and this BAFTA win could give her some serious momentum heading into the SAG Awards and, of course, the Oscars.
Is this the beginning of an upset?
Here’s Madison accepting her award.
A sweet and truly unexpected moment!
What will she do with this sudden catapult to awards prestige?
Only time will tell.
Jesse Eisenberg Steals the Original Screenplay Show
A Real Pain, written by Jesse Eisenberg, snagged the Best Original Screenplay award, despite not even being nominated for Best Picture.
Ouch!
That’s gotta sting for the other nominees.
Eisenberg himself explained on the red carpet why he wouldn’t attend the Oscars with his costar, Kieran Culkin – now that’s a story we’d love to hear the full version of!
This win is a testament to the power of sharp writing, but will it translate into more awards season love?
Zoe Saldaña Gets Some Love for Emilia Pérez
Zoe Saldaña took home the Supporting Actress award for Emilia Pérez, adding to the film’s growing awards season buzz.
It seems the “scandal and controversy” surrounding Karla Sofía Gascón’s past tweets didn’t completely derail the film’s chances at the BAFTAs, proving that talent (and maybe a little bit of forgiveness) can sometimes prevail.
Will this translate into an Oscar win?
Don’t count it out!
Warwick Davis Honored with BAFTA Fellowship
A truly heartwarming moment of the night was Warwick Davis receiving the BAFTA Fellowship award.
A well-deserved honor for a beloved actor who has brought joy to audiences for decades.
Raise your hand if you teared up a little!
*raises hand enthusiastically*.
Take That Takes the Stage
Talk about a blast from the past!
Take That lit up the BAFTA stage with “Greatest Day,” which, fun fact, is featured in Anora.
Nothing like a good singalong to liven up an awards show, right?
It’s moments like these that remind us why we love pop culture.
The Oscar Race Heats Up
So, what does all this mean for the Oscars?
Well, it’s complicated.
The BAFTA results have thrown a wrench into some of the predictions, making the race even more unpredictable.
Conclave snagging Best Film without a major guild win is unusual, but not unheard of.
Remember Boyhood in 2014?
It won Best Film at BAFTA but lost the Oscar to Birdman.
History could repeat itself!
The acting categories are also looking a bit more interesting, especially with Mikey Madison’s surprise win.
Will she ride this wave of momentum all the way to the Dolby Theatre?
And can anything stop Kieran Culkin’s seemingly unstoppable march to Supporting Actor gold?
The next two weeks are going to be wild!
Complete List of Winners
- Best Film: Conclave
- Outstanding British Film: Conclave
- Best Leading Actor: Adrien Brody (The Brutalist)
- Best Leading Actress: Mikey Madison (Anora)
- Best Supporting Actor: Kieran Culkin (A Real Pain)
- Best Supporting Actress: Zoe Saldaña (Emilia Pérez)
- Best Director: Brady Corbet (The Brutalist)
- Outstanding Debut By A British Writer, Director Or Producer: Rich Peppiatt (Kneecap)
- Best Film Not In The English Language: Emilia Pérez
- Best Documentary: SuperMan The Christopher Reeve Story
- Best Animated Film: Wallace and Gromit Vengeance Most Fowl
- Best Childrens And Family Film: Wallace and Gromit Vengeance Most Fowl
- Best Original Screenplay: A Real Pain (Jesse Eisenberg)
- Best Adapted Screenplay: Conclave (Peter Straughan)
- Best Original Score: The Brutalist (Daniel Blumberg)
- Best Casting: Anora
- Best Cinematography: The Brutalist
- Best Costume Design: Wicked
- Best Editing: Conclave
- Best Production Design: Wicked
- Makeup And Hair: The Substance
- Best Sound: Dune Part Two
- Best Special Visual Effects: Dune Part Two
- Best British Short Film: Rock, Paper, Scissors
- Best British Short Animation: Wander to Wonder
- EE BAFTA Rising Star Award David Jonsson
Final Thoughts
The 2025 BAFTA Awards were full of surprises, reminding us that the road to the Oscars is never a straight line.
With just two weeks until the big night, anything can happen.
Will the BAFTAs be a predictor of Oscar glory, or will the Academy march to the beat of its own drum?
One thing’s for sure: we’ll be watching every minute with bated breath!
And you?
What do you think?
Will Conclave defy the odds and snag the Best Picture Oscar?
Sound off in the comments below!
Decoding the BAFTA Buzz: Your Burning Questions Answered
Did Mikey Madison’s BAFTA win guarantee an Oscar?
Not necessarily, but it significantly boosts her chances.
The BAFTAs often align with the Oscars, but surprises can happen.
Her performance is clearly resonating with voters, and this momentum is crucial.
How much does the BAFTA Best Film winner influence the Oscar for Best Picture?
The BAFTA Best Film win can be a good indicator, but it’s not a guarantee.
Sometimes the Academy goes in a completely different direction.
Recent history shows that the correlation is strong, but not absolute.
Why was Jesse Eisenberg’s ‘A Real Pain’ honored for screenplay but not Best Picture?
It highlights the strength of the writing, but it could also indicate that the film as a whole didn’t connect with BAFTA voters in the same way.
A film can have a fantastic script but fall short in other areas, preventing it from being considered for Best Picture.
What impact will Zoe Saldaña’s BAFTA win have on ‘Emilia Pérez’ chances at the Oscars?
It definitely strengthens the film’s chances.
Despite past controversy, her performance clearly resonated with BAFTA voters, suggesting that the film can overcome controversy with strong acting.
This could translate to Oscar votes.
The Curtain Closes on the BAFTAs: Oscar Predictions in Flux
The 2025 BAFTA Awards delivered a night of unexpected victories and affirmed frontrunners, leaving the Oscar race more intriguing than ever.
The wins for Conclave, Mikey Madison, and Jesse Eisenberg shook up predictions, reminding us that anything can happen on awards night.
With the Academy Awards just around the corner, all eyes are on whether these BAFTA surprises will translate into Oscar gold, or if the Academy will chart its own course.
Ready for the Oscars?
Here’s What to Do Next
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