The 79th British Academy Film Awards celebrated cinematic excellence in London, honoring stars like Jessie Buckley, Robert Aramayo, and the team behind 'One Battle After Another' with the coveted bronze mask trophy.
The 79th British Academy Film Awards, a pivotal ceremony leading up to the Oscars, convened in London on Sunday, February 22, 2026. Stars gathered to receive the esteemed bronze mask trophies. Jessie Buckley was awarded leading actress for 'Hamnet', while Robert Aramayo took home both the EE rising star award and leading actor for 'I Swear'. Wunmi Mosaku earned the supporting actress award for 'Sinners'. The film 'One Battle After Another' saw its team, including Andy Jurgensen, Leonardo DiCaprio, Teyana Taylor, Paul Thomas Anderson, and others, recognized with awards for best director, cinematography, and adapted screenplay. 'Hamnet', featuring Pippa Harris, Chloe Zhao, Jacobi Jupe, Jessie Buckley, Olivia Lynes, and Bodhi Rae Breathnach, was honored as outstanding British film. Emma Stone was also among the notable attendees.
