Stars from the world of cinema gathered for the 77th British Academy Film Awards, where Oppenheimer, a film about the physicist known as the ‘father of the atomic bomb’, emerged as the big winner of the night. The event, held in London, saw Hollywood stars and UK filmmakers celebrating the best of British cinema.

Oppenheimer secured the most awards, while Poor Things also had a successful evening, clinching four awards. Other winners included American Fiction, The Zone of Interest, and The Holdovers. British films in contention included All of Us Strangers, Saltburn, and How to Have Sex.

The Prince of Wales, president of Bafta, graced the event at the Royal Festival Hall. The ceremony was broadcast live on BBC One, with comprehensive coverage of the results as they unfolded.

The best film award was accepted by Emma Thomas and Christopher Nolan, the married couple behind Oppenheimer. Thomas expressed her disbelief at the achievement, emphasizing that she had once dreamt of making films for a living. She also praised her husband, describing him as ‘inspired’ and ‘brilliant’.

Although the event has concluded, the broadcast continued on BBC One until 9pm. Viewers were also able to follow the stream on the BBC website.