Menu
19/01/2004
'Cold Mountain' is the frontrunner in 2004 BAFTA nominations
Anthony Minghella’s American Civil War epic, ‘Cold Mountain’ and Peter Jackson’s final installment in ‘The Lord Of The Rings’ trilogy, ‘The Return Of The King’ lead the list of nominations for the 2004 BAFTA Awards.
‘Cold Mountain’ has received 13 nominations, including ‘Best Film’, ‘Best Director’ and a ‘Best Actor’ nod for star, Jude Law, while ‘The Return Of The King’ has received 12 nominations, also including nods for ‘Best Film’ and ‘Best Director’.
The other major contenders in this year’s awards are ‘Girl With The Pearl Earring’ (10 nominations, including ‘Best British Film’), Peter Weir’s naval epic ‘Master And Commander: The Far Side Of The World’ (8 nominations, including ‘Best Film’ and ‘Best Director’), Sofia Coppola’s indie favourite, ‘Lost In Translation (8 nominations, also including ‘Best Film’ and ‘Best Director’) Tim Burton’s surrealistic fairytale ‘Big Fish’ (7 nominations, including ‘Best Director’).
The frontrunners in the ‘Best Actor’ and ‘Best Actress’ categories are Sean Penn and Scarlett Johansson, who have both received two nominations each – Penn for his roles in ’21 Grams’ and ‘Mystic River’ and Johansson for her performances in ‘Girl With The Pearl Earring’ and ‘Lost In Translation’. Penn will face stiff competition from Bill Murray, who has received rave reviews for his performance in ‘Lost In Translation’, Jude Law for his role in ‘Cold Mountain and his ’21 Grams’ co-star, Benicio Del Toro. Johansson will also face some tough competition, from British actress Anne Reid (‘The Mother’), Naomi Watts (’21 Grams) and Uma Thurman (‘Kill Bill Vol. 1’).
A number of Britain’s best-loved actors are nominated in the ‘Best Supporting Actor ‘ and ‘Actress’ categories. Albert Finney (‘Big Fish’), Bill Nighy (‘Love Actually’). Sir Ian McKellen (‘The Return Of The King’) and Paul Bettany (‘Master And Commander’) are all nominated in the ‘Best Supporting Actor’ category, leaving Tim Robbins (‘Mystic River’) as the token American nominee, while Emma Thompson has been nominated for ‘Best Supporting Actress’ for ‘Love Actually’, competing alongside Holly Hunter (‘Thirteen’), Judy Parfitt (‘Girl With The Pearl Earring’), Laura Linney (‘Mystic River’) and Renee Zellweger (‘Cold Mountain’).
The BAFTA Awards have been taken more seriously by Hollywood ever since the ceremony date was moved in 2001, so that the event took place before the Oscars, instead of afterwards.
The ceremony now attracts some of the biggest names in the movie world.
(KMcA)
‘Cold Mountain’ has received 13 nominations, including ‘Best Film’, ‘Best Director’ and a ‘Best Actor’ nod for star, Jude Law, while ‘The Return Of The King’ has received 12 nominations, also including nods for ‘Best Film’ and ‘Best Director’.
The other major contenders in this year’s awards are ‘Girl With The Pearl Earring’ (10 nominations, including ‘Best British Film’), Peter Weir’s naval epic ‘Master And Commander: The Far Side Of The World’ (8 nominations, including ‘Best Film’ and ‘Best Director’), Sofia Coppola’s indie favourite, ‘Lost In Translation (8 nominations, also including ‘Best Film’ and ‘Best Director’) Tim Burton’s surrealistic fairytale ‘Big Fish’ (7 nominations, including ‘Best Director’).
The frontrunners in the ‘Best Actor’ and ‘Best Actress’ categories are Sean Penn and Scarlett Johansson, who have both received two nominations each – Penn for his roles in ’21 Grams’ and ‘Mystic River’ and Johansson for her performances in ‘Girl With The Pearl Earring’ and ‘Lost In Translation’. Penn will face stiff competition from Bill Murray, who has received rave reviews for his performance in ‘Lost In Translation’, Jude Law for his role in ‘Cold Mountain and his ’21 Grams’ co-star, Benicio Del Toro. Johansson will also face some tough competition, from British actress Anne Reid (‘The Mother’), Naomi Watts (’21 Grams) and Uma Thurman (‘Kill Bill Vol. 1’).
A number of Britain’s best-loved actors are nominated in the ‘Best Supporting Actor ‘ and ‘Actress’ categories. Albert Finney (‘Big Fish’), Bill Nighy (‘Love Actually’). Sir Ian McKellen (‘The Return Of The King’) and Paul Bettany (‘Master And Commander’) are all nominated in the ‘Best Supporting Actor’ category, leaving Tim Robbins (‘Mystic River’) as the token American nominee, while Emma Thompson has been nominated for ‘Best Supporting Actress’ for ‘Love Actually’, competing alongside Holly Hunter (‘Thirteen’), Judy Parfitt (‘Girl With The Pearl Earring’), Laura Linney (‘Mystic River’) and Renee Zellweger (‘Cold Mountain’).
The BAFTA Awards have been taken more seriously by Hollywood ever since the ceremony date was moved in 2001, so that the event took place before the Oscars, instead of afterwards.
The ceremony now attracts some of the biggest names in the movie world.
(KMcA)
Related UK National News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
19 January 2006
'Constant Gardener' leads BAFTA nominations
Political thriller 'The Constant Gardener' leads the line-up of nominations at this year's Bafta awards with ten nominations.
'Constant Gardener' leads BAFTA nominations
Political thriller 'The Constant Gardener' leads the line-up of nominations at this year's Bafta awards with ten nominations.
27 January 2004
Cold shoulder for ‘Cold Mountain’ in Oscar nominations
One of the front-runners in this year’s Academy Award race has been dramatically snubbed in the nominations list. ‘Cold Mountain’, the lavish American Civil War epic, directed by Anthony Minghella, only picked up two major nominations – ‘Best Actor’ for Jude Law and ‘Best Supporting Actress’ nomination for Renee Zellweger.
Cold shoulder for ‘Cold Mountain’ in Oscar nominations
One of the front-runners in this year’s Academy Award race has been dramatically snubbed in the nominations list. ‘Cold Mountain’, the lavish American Civil War epic, directed by Anthony Minghella, only picked up two major nominations – ‘Best Actor’ for Jude Law and ‘Best Supporting Actress’ nomination for Renee Zellweger.
31 January 2006
British actresses gain Oscar nominations
Three British actresses have gained nominations in this year's Academy Awards.
British actresses gain Oscar nominations
Three British actresses have gained nominations in this year's Academy Awards.
12 January 2007
'The Queen' drama leads Bafta nominations
Royal drama 'The Queen' is leading the way in this year's Orange Bafta awards with ten nominations. Stephen Frears' drama about the monarchy at the time of the death of Princess Diana has been nominated in ten categories, including Best Film, Outstanding British Film and original screenplay.
'The Queen' drama leads Bafta nominations
Royal drama 'The Queen' is leading the way in this year's Orange Bafta awards with ten nominations. Stephen Frears' drama about the monarchy at the time of the death of Princess Diana has been nominated in ten categories, including Best Film, Outstanding British Film and original screenplay.
11 January 2006
Blunt and Chiefs lead Brit nominees list
James Blunt and the Kaiser Chiefs are leading the list of nominees for this year's Brit Awards, picking up five nominations each.
Blunt and Chiefs lead Brit nominees list
James Blunt and the Kaiser Chiefs are leading the list of nominees for this year's Brit Awards, picking up five nominations each.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A showery start with outbreaks most frequent north of Lough Neagh and through the morning, before dwindling during the afternoon as the northwest breezes ease and brighter spells of weak sunshine prosper. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A dry night, save for a few light showers around the coasts, with prolonged clear spells and light winds bringing a frosty dawn for many in central and southern parts. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
