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Director Edward Berger poses with the award for the Outstanding British Film Award for "Conclave", during the 2025 British Academy of Film and Television Awards (BAFTA) at the Royal Festival Hall in the Southbank Centre, London, Britain, February 16, 2025.

‘Conclave’ named best film at BAFTAs, ‘The Brutalist’ also honoured

Papal selection thriller “Conclave” and period drama “The Brutalist” were the big winners at the BAFTA Film Awards on Sunday, winning four prizes each.

Director Christopher Nolan poses during a photocall before the premiere of the film "Oppenheimer" at the Grand Rex in Paris, France, July 11, 2023. REUTERS/Sarah Meyssonnier/File Photo

‘Oppenheimer’ director Christopher Nolan to be given knighthood

Christopher Nolan, fresh from his Oscar victory for historical drama “Oppenheimer”, will receive a knighthood from Britain.

Director Christopher Nolan, cast members Matt Damon, Robert Downey Jr., Cillian Murphy and Emily Blunt pose during a photocall before the premiere of the film "Oppenheimer" at the Grand Rex in Paris, France, July 11, 2023. REUTERS/Sarah Meyssonnier/File Photo

‘Oppenheimer’ leads BAFTA Film Awards nominations

Historical drama “Oppenheimer” led nominations for the BAFTA Film Awards, securing 13 nods.