The acting categories feature strong contenders, with Cynthia Erivo and Demi Moore vying for Best Actress, while Adrien Brody and Timothée Chalamet compete for Best Actor. Surprising exclusions include Denzel Washington and Daniel Craig, who were overlooked for their roles in Gladiator II and Queer. Noteworthy nominations include Hugh Grant for his performance in Heretic and Saoirse Ronan for The Outrun.

The nominations also celebrate films tackling diverse narratives. Anora, a romantic tale involving a New York sex worker and the son of a Russian oligarch, garnered seven nominations, while The Brutalist secured nine, thanks to its portrayal of a post-war Hungarian architect. Half of the nominees in the Best Director category are first-timers, including Coralie Fargeat, who represents female directors.

In a shift to inclusivity, the Bafta Awards introduced a separate category for children's films this year. The ceremony will be hosted by David Tennant on February 16 at London’s Royal Festival Hall, further building excitement for the nights’ celebration of cinematic achievement. With the Bafta nominations often echoing Oscars predictions, this year's awards could provide significant insight into the upcoming Academy Awards.