This is a list of groups, organizations, and festivals that recognize achievements in cinema, usually by awarding various prizes. The awards sometimes also have popular unofficial names (such as the "Oscar" for Hollywood's Academy Awards), which are mentioned if applicable. Many awards are simply identified by the name of the group presenting the award. [clarification needed]
Awards have been divided into four major categories: critics' awards, voted on (usually annually) by a group of critics; festival awards, awards presented to the best film shown in a particular film festival; industry awards, which are selected by professionals working in some branch of the movie industry; and audience awards, which are voted by the general public.
The British Academy Film Awards, more commonly known as the BAFTA Awards, is an annual award show hosted by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) to honour the best British and international contributions to film. The ceremonies were initially held at the flagship Odeon Cinema in Leicester Square in London, before being held at the Royal Opera House from 2007 to 2016. From 2017 to 2022, the ceremony was held at the Royal Albert Hall in London before moving to the Royal Festival Hall for the 2023 ceremony. The statue awarded to recipients depicts a theatrical mask.
The first BAFTA Awards ceremony was held in 1949, and the ceremony was first broadcast on the BBC in 1956 with Vivien Leigh as the host. The ceremony was initially held in April or May; since 2001, it typically takes place in February.
The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) was founded in 1947 as The British Film Academy, by David Lean, Alexander Korda, Carol Reed, Charles Laughton, Roger Manvell, Laurence Olivier, Emeric Pressburger, Michael Powell, Michael Balcon, and other major figures of the British film industry.[1][2] In 1958, the Academy merged with The Guild of Television Producers and Directors to form The Society of Film and Television, which eventually became The British Academy of Film and Television Arts in 1976.[3]
The stated charitable purpose of BAFTA is to "support, develop and promote the art forms of the moving image, by identifying and rewarding excellence, inspiring practitioners, and benefiting the public". In addition to high-profile awards ceremonies, BAFTA runs a year-round programme of educational events, including film screenings and tribute evenings. BAFTA is supported by a membership of about 6,000 people from the film, television, and video game industries.
The ceremony previously took place in April or May, but since 2001 it has been held in February in order to precede the Academy Awards. Most of the awards are open to all nationalities, though there are awards for Outstanding British Film and Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Producer or Director. Only UK films are eligible for the categories of The British Short Film and British Short Animation awards.
The Awards ceremony has been historically delayed broadcast on British television the same evening, and across the world. The first broadcast was on the BBC in 1956, with Vivien Leigh (who would present an award to her husband Sir Laurence Olivier) as the host.[5] It has been broadcast in colour since 1970. In the US it is broadcast on BBC America. In 2023, the BAFTA Film Awards included a live telecast for its major award categories during the culmination of the ceremony.[6]
The award ceremony is held in London. From 2000 to 2007, the ceremonies took place at the flagship Odeon Leicester cinema in Leicester Square. Between 2008 and 2016, the ceremonies took place at the Royal Opera House. The 70th Awards in 2017, and subsequent ceremonies up to the 75th Awards in 2022, were held at the Royal Albert Hall.[7][8]
For the 76th British Academy Film Awards in 2023, it was announced that the ceremony would be moved to the Royal Festival Hall as part of a new multi-year deal between BAFTA and the Southbank Centre, bringing the Film Awards in-line with the British Academy Television Awards and British Academy Games Awards, which were already held there.[9]
The bright red carpet, shimmering gowns, sharp tuxedos, dazzling diamonds, the thrilling pop of flashbulbs, and of course the world's biggest stars... all the classic glitz and glamour that make the movies magical can be found right here at the Palm Springs International Film Awards.
The most buzzed-about names on the awards trail come to experience the unrivaled Palm Springs hospitality that creates an intimate event far removed from the frenzy of other awards shows. Here, Hollywood heavyweights settle in to share war stories, old friendships are rekindled, and new professional relationships are born over gourmet food and cocktails. It's a true testament to the Film Awards charm that so many A-listers return year after year!
Awards are provided by Dale Chihuly, Chihuly Studios and John Kennedy Studio.
Chihuly is renowned for his ambitious architectural installations around the world, including in historic cities, museums and gardens. His artwork is included in more than 200 museum collections, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Smithsonian American Art Museum and the Corning Museum of Glass. To learn more about Chihuly and his artwork, please visit: www.chihuly.com facebook.com/chihuly @chihulystudio.
The sculptor John Kennedy (1931-2004) is widely known for his graceful bronze figures, which adorn parks, campuses, and public buildings around the world. Two of his most famous sculptures are Spirit of Audrey, dedicated to Audrey Hepburn and located at the UNICEF Headquarters in New York City, and The Entertainer, the official statuette of the Palm Springs International Film Festival. For more information on John Kennedy's sculpture please visit their page here.
To my eternal gratitude, Mark agreed. So did the Canadian executive producer Daniel Weinzweig, William Morris agent Steve Kennis, the PR maven Phil Symes and a host of others, all of whom this event would not exist without.
We did that show for a total sum of 48,760. Most of that was ticket sales. The rest of it was favours. Our agenda was clear: a celebration of cinema, of modern Britishness, of new talent. Of the maverick nature within our art. And then I threw a spanner in the works. I insisted the event should be black tie.
Added to that, people walked into that first show, into room branded with Veuve Cliquot to glasses filled with a small lake of their champagne (a reception organized by Tessa Collinson who, from the first, was a lynchpin of the team). That made them, British independent film makers feel like they mattered. That somebody cared.
With the most basic stage set, with a solid three course banqueting menu from The Caf Royal, and with a booze budget of a bottle of wine a head, we somehow got away with the most threadbare, raw, insane awards show of all time.
There was a punch-up. Someone called the police. A very successful actor (whose name I will withhold) called a former British prime minister the most filthy word in the English language. And the next day, despite operating broadly under the radar, we were a thing. Courted by sponsors. Able to move to the next step.
Fred Hogge is a historian and film-maker who has long been in the business of storytelling. As a ghost-writer he has collaborated on books ranging from the history of cocktails to how the ancient Chinese art of Wing Tsun can be applied to modern businesses such as Penguin Random House and Hachette. Fred is British by birth and lives in Thailand.
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This is an incredible Festival full of passion for art and cinema. It has been such an honor to me be part of it. Great communication, hospitality and thanks for the support for my feature script A SHOT FOR FREDOOM, I will subscribe my future script for sure. Big hug Giuseppe
As the script writer, music supervisor and director of Mambo Man, I would like to thank you your organization for this amazing festival. It is not easy for anybody under the present circumstances but your approach and dedication makes it easier for all of us to cope. Beautifully organized and communication could not be better. We are thrilled and appreciate your consideration which at the age of 70 gives me inspiration to start on my second film! Thanks to all of you.
Rome Independent Prisma Awards is a fun Event. The Festival offers online screenings during their Award presentation, so you watch a film and see nominated results... a perfect way to enjoy the work of your fellow artists! All monthly winners go into a "YEAR'S BEST" competition... A MUST ENTER!!!
Excited to have made Official Selection into Rome Independent Prisma Awards for our student short "Baby In The Basement." after winning Best Short Screenplay the year before! Thank you for the opportunity to join all the other wonderful films being shown!
You can always tell a great awards show by the amount of effort they place in their laurels... Prisma laurels are beautiful. It is a well run and prestigious event. It is one of the "musts" when it comes to the global awards / festivals and an Honor to have LEGENDS a part of it.
I spent the better part of my life not winning. We can't all be winners, that's just how things go. My screenplay did win though, and now I'm walking, talking, in the flesh winner! I love yall for that. Proud of these winning laurels I am, and I will absolutely look forward to future Prisma competitions and events. Cheers for a great festival!
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