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BAFTA

British  
/ ˈbæftə /

acronym

  1. British Academy of Film and Television Arts

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Alexis Garavaryan, chief executive of Clair Obscur publisher Kepler Interactive, said it was "an honour that Sandfall's exceptional work has been recognised by BAFTA".

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

“Conclave” has raked in the precursor awards — the BAFTA, the Critics Choice Award and that elusive aforementioned Golden Globe — and has maintained its lead as the category frontrunner.

From Salon • Feb. 28, 2025

Sara Putt, Chair of BAFTA, then gave a short off-air speech, noting that the organization’s aim is to “champion talent, exceptional storytelling and make the screen industries a more equitable and sustainable place.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2024

His television show “Life and Rhymes” on Sky Arts, which showcased lyrical creativity, won a BAFTA, Britain’s equivalent of the Emmy awards, for entertainment program of the year in 2021.

From Washington Times • Dec. 7, 2023

Along with issuing numerous solo albums, he collaborated with a wide range of musicians across genres, and received an Oscar, a BAFTA, a Grammy and two Golden Globes.

From New York Times • Apr. 2, 2023