The gut-wrenching World War I epic ”1917” was the big winner at Sunday’s British Academy Film Awards, winning seven prizes, including best picture and director. “1917” was also named best British film and won the cinematography prize — Roger Deakins’ fifth win in that category. AdvertisementJoaquin Phoenix was named best actor for “Joker,“ which charts the origins of Batman’s grinning nemesis. Victory at the British awards, known as BAFTAs, is often a good predictor for the work that will be recognized at Hollywood’s Academy Awards, being held this year on Feb. 9. Like the Oscars, the British awards have struggled to become less male and white.

Source: Los Angeles Times February 02, 2020 23:37 UTC