The BAFTA nominations were released just over a week ago, highlighting some of the best films from the UK and around the world. Amongst the 12 British features nominated for the BAFTAs this year are seven films that also received BIFA nominations – and some of them BIFA trophies – in December 2016.
Discover the BIFA/BAFTA ‘Best of British’ list below!
Under the Shadow
BIFA nominations
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BAFTA nominations |
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Best British Independent Film |
Best British Film |
BIFA voters say:
“I couldn’t fault this film: compelling, gripping, genuinely creepy – one of the best horrors I’ve seen for a while.”
How to watch:
American Honey
BIFA nominations
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BAFTA nominations |
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Best British Independent Film * |
Best British Film |
BIFA voters say:
“Sublimely shot, great casting, soundtrack and performances. Felt a bit devastated when it ended as it really pulls you in – I was totally emotionally invested in the story. Loved it.”
How to watch:
Pre-order on iTunes (release 6th Feb)
Pre-order on Amazon
I, Daniel Blake
BIFA nominations
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BAFTA nominations |
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Best British Independent Film |
Best Film |
BIFA voters say:
“I was blown away by this film, an incredibly moving, powerful drama, well acted, well directed.”
How to watch:
Pre-order on iTunes (release 13th Feb)
Pre-order on Amazon Instant
Notes on Blindness
BIFA nominations
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BAFTA nominations |
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Best British Independent Film |
Best British Film |
BIFA voters say:
“Outstanding. Just brave and committed through out, well told and cinematic. Exhibits a deep understanding of how to tell a story with a camera.”
How to watch:
Rent it on the BFI Player
Rent or buy on iTunes
Rent or buy on Amazon Instant
The Girl with All the Gifts
BIFA nominations
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BAFTA nominations |
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Breakthrough Producer * |
Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Director or Producer |
BIFA voters say:
“This is a phenomenal debut by writer,director and producer. What they have achieved on a sub £5m budget and with a strong story is exceptional.”
How to watch:
Buy it on iTunes
Buy it on Amazon Instant
The Hard Stop
BIFA nominations
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BAFTA nominations |
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Best Documentary |
Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Director or Producer |
BIFA voters say:
“Definitely one of the best films I have seen this year, very powerful and hugely affecting, couldn’t stop thinking about it. It’s not just important, but really well made.”
How to watch:
Rent it on the BFI Player
Rent or buy on iTunes
Rent or buy on Amazon Instant
The Pass
BIFA nominations
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BAFTA nominations |
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Best Supporting Actor |
Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Director or Producer |
BIFA voters say:
“Very assured original writing. Totally believable. You actually cared about the characters and their many layers. Brilliant acting.”
How to watch:
Pre-order on Amazon
