Conclave, The Brutalist Win Multiple BAFTA Awards

At the BAFTA Film Awards, the papal thriller 'Conclave' and the immigrant drama 'The Brutalist' emerged as major winners, each securing four awards. 'Conclave' took home Best Film, Best British Film, Best Adapted Screenplay, and Best Editing, with director Edward Berger emphasizing the film's relevance in today's democratic challenges. Meanwhile, 'The Brutalist' won Best Director for Brady Corbet and Best Actor for Adrien Brody, who portrayed a Hungarian architect and Holocaust survivor. Additionally, Mikey Madison surprised many by winning Best Actress for her role in 'Anora,' a film about a tumultuous romance involving a sex worker. Other notable awards included Best Supporting Actress for Zoe Saldaña and Best Supporting Actor for Kieran Culkin. The awards are seen as a significant precursor to the upcoming Oscars, with the BAFTAs reflecting a diverse array of talent and stories.