Angelina Jolie, Margot Robbie and Jennifer Lawrence exude old Hollywood glamour in show-stopping black gowns as they lead Britain's first major Time's Up protest on the BAFTA red carpet

  • The event was held at the Royal Albert Hall in London for the second year in a row, after the move from the Royal Opera House
  • Members of the Time's Up initiative sent around a letter urging guests 'to wear black to the awards ceremony, to follow suit from our sisters who attended the Golden Globes'
  • A host of stars wore Time's Up badges to further pledge their support 
  • Just a month ago, most of the stars who attended the Golden Globes wore black in a show of solidarity towards victims of sexual harassment 
  • This year's awards are hosted by Joanna Lumley after Stephen Fry announced he was stepping down after hosting for 12 years 
  • The Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri won big on the night with five gongs, with The Shape Of Water picking up three 

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Jennifer Lawrence put on a typically chic display on Sunday evening, when she stepped out in head-turning style ahead of presenting an award onstage at the annual BAFTAs.

The Oscar-winning actress, 27, wowed as she made her way to London's Royal Albert Hall in a breathtaking black gown - in support of the Time's up movement - which featured an angular neckline with white chiffon straps.

She was joined at the ceremony by fellow Hollywood screen stars Angelina Jolie, 42, and Margot Robbie, 27, who exuded old Hollywood glamour in black gowns as they joined the protest in memorable style

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Arriving in style: She was joined by Angelina Jolie, who arrived in style for the event
Old Hollywood glamour: Jennifer Lawrence led the glamour as she arrived at the BAFTAs, held at the Royal Albert Hall in London on Sunday night
Sweeping gown: Margot Robbie wowed as she arrived in a sweeping black gown

Old Hollywood glamour: Jennifer Lawrence, Angelina Jolie and Margot Robbie led the glamour - and stood in solidarity with the Time's Up movement - as they arrived at the BAFTAs, held at the Royal Albert Hall in London on Sunday night

Angelina and Jennifer's choice of wearing black gowns saw them standing in solidarity with the Time's Up movement, which has been a dominant theme at Hollywood awards shows this season.

Mother-of-six Angelina amped up the glamour, adding glittering Graff chandelier earrings - featuring 32.98 carats of diamonds - to her custom Ralph & Russo ensemble, which included a matching velvet wrap and vertiginous black heels.

With her raven tresses swept back in a sleek bun, she highlighted her natural beauty with a flattering palette of makeup that included a nude pink lipstick and smokey eye-shadow.

Sweetheart: Her custom Ralph & Russo dress featured a plunging sweetheart neckline, which she complemented with a matching velvet wrap
Sweetheart: Her custom Ralph & Russo dress featured a plunging sweetheart neckline, which she complemented with a matching velvet wrap
Sweetheart: Her custom Ralph & Russo dress featured a plunging sweetheart neckline, which she complemented with a matching velvet wrap

Sweetheart: Her custom Ralph & Russo dress featured a plunging sweetheart neckline, which she complemented with a matching velvet wrap

Diamonds are forever: The glam mother-of-six amped up the glamour, adding glittering chandelier earrings to her ensemble

Diamonds are forever: The glam mother-of-six amped up the glamour, adding glittering chandelier earrings to her ensemble

Sweeping train: As she made her way down the red carpet, the star posed up a storm in her gown, showing off her long train

Sweeping train: As she made her way down the red carpet, the star posed up a storm in her gown, showing off her long train

Jovial: The 42-year-old actress smiled and waved to her adoring fans as she made her arrival on the glam red carpet event

Jovial: The 42-year-old actress smiled and waved to her adoring fans as she made her arrival on the glam red carpet event

Good spirits: She appeared to be in decidedly good spirits as she posed for photographers gathered at the awards ceremony

Good spirits: She appeared to be in decidedly good spirits as she posed for photographers gathered at the awards ceremony

In the details: She accentuated her famous plump pout with a slick of nude lipstick, letting her natural beauty shine through

In the details: She accentuated her famous plump pout with a slick of nude lipstick, letting her natural beauty shine through

Tatt's the way to do it: As she posed on the red carpet, the screen star peeled off her shawl to reveal her sizeable back tattoo

Tatt's the way to do it: As she posed on the red carpet, the screen star peeled off her shawl to reveal her sizeable back tattoo

Picture perfect: Keeping her angles picture perfect, Angelina posed for selfies with a large group of excited fans at the venue

Picture perfect: Keeping her angles picture perfect, Angelina posed for selfies with a large group of excited fans at the venue

Angelina looked thrilled to be joined by her long-term friend as they soaked up the glamorous atmosphere together, hugging and joking while they made their way into the star-studded venue.

Loung Ung, who she has known for 16 years, complemented Angelina and showed her support for the worthwhile initiative by wearing a black full-length gown which featured sheer panelling.

Loung wrote the book First They Killed My Father, which Angelina adapted into her directorial passion, which told the story of a young girl's version of the 1975 Cambodian genocide from the child's five-year-old eyes until she turns nine.

Girls' night out: Angelina, 42, beamed as she arrived on the red carpet in a breath-taking designer gown, accompanied by her pal, human rights activist and author, Loung Ung
Support: The Oscar-winner looked thrilled to be joined by her long-term friend as they soaked up the glamorous atmosphere together, hugging and joking while they made their way into the star-studded venue

Girls' night out: Angelina, 42, beamed as she arrived on the red carpet in a breath-taking designer gown, accompanied by her pal, human rights activist and author, Loung Ung

Giggling: The pair hugged and giggled as they posed together for photographers gathered on the star-studded red carpet

Giggling: The pair hugged and giggled as they posed together for photographers gathered on the star-studded red carpet

Having fun: The pals appeared in jovial spirits as they lapped up the celebratory atmosphere at the exclusive celebrity event

Having fun: The pals appeared in jovial spirits as they lapped up the celebratory atmosphere at the exclusive celebrity event

Fun-filled: The friends appeared to keep each other entertained, chatting and laughing away together, amid the carpet chaos

Fun-filled: The friends appeared to keep each other entertained, chatting and laughing away together, amid the carpet chaos

Making an arrival: The brunette beauty arrived at the venue in one of the chauffeur-driven Audi cars provided for the VIPs

Making an arrival: The brunette beauty arrived at the venue in one of the chauffeur-driven Audi cars provided for the VIPs

Beauty: Angelina sported a dramatic smokey eye, while a large, dazzling diamond ring wrestled for attention on her hand

Beauty: Angelina sported a dramatic smokey eye, while a large, dazzling diamond ring wrestled for attention on her hand

Signing off: Angelina happily signed autographs for her fans, a number of whom arrived bearing snapshots of the A-list star

Signing off: Angelina happily signed autographs for her fans, a number of whom arrived bearing snapshots of the A-list star

Deadline previously reported that when Angelina was in Cambodia while in her 20s, she purchased Loung Ung's book from a street corner and became fascinated by the story.     

She said: 'I didn’t realize how much my education was lacking and how much I needed to learn. This book was an education for me — about refugees and what children go through in a war. I wanted to find Loung.'

Angelina revealed that Loung went to Cambodia with her to adopt her eldest son Maddox, 16, and reflected on how she wanted to find the author after reading her book. 

Standing in solidarity: The actresses wore black in solidarity with the Time's Up movement, in reaction to the sexual harassment scandal sweeping Hollywood. It marked the first major awards show where the protest was put into place

Standing in solidarity: The actresses wore black in solidarity with the Time's Up movement, in reaction to the sexual harassment scandal sweeping Hollywood. It marked the first major awards show where the protest was put into place

Commanding attention: The stunning actress commanded attention as she posed in the centre of the star-studded red carpet

Commanding attention: The stunning actress commanded attention as she posed in the centre of the star-studded red carpet

Cream delight: The star complemented her breathtaking Christian Dior gown with a cream chiffon accent, which wrapped around her back
Cream delight: The star complemented her breathtaking Christian Dior gown with a cream chiffon accent, which wrapped around her back
Cream delight: The star complemented her breathtaking Christian Dior gown with a cream chiffon accent, which wrapped around her back

Cream delight: The star complemented her breathtaking Christian Dior gown with a cream chiffon accent, which wrapped around her back

Natural beauty: She highlighted her natural beauty with a palette of makeup that included siren red lipstick and a deep blush

Natural beauty: She highlighted her natural beauty with a palette of makeup that included siren red lipstick and a deep blush

Stunning: Earlier in the evening, the Oscar-winning actress turned heads as she left her London hotel to head to the ceremony

Stunning: Earlier in the evening, the Oscar-winning actress turned heads as she left her London hotel to head to the ceremony

Show-stopping: The star teamed her dress with an embellished black clutch bag, which added to her show-stopping look

Show-stopping: The star teamed her dress with an embellished black clutch bag, which added to her show-stopping look

She shared: 'It was an education about refugees and what children go through in a war. I wanted to find her.'

'We clicked right away,' Loung added. 'She was really, really authentic. She hates it when I gush about her in public, but she’s a really cool person.' 

First They Killed My Father faces off stiff competition in the Best Foreign Language Film against Elle, The Handmaiden, Loveless and The Salesman.

Stunning: Margot also stepped out in style, wearing a sleeveless, high-neckline Givenchy dress, which featured an embroidered skirt
Stunning: Margot also stepped out in style, wearing a sleeveless, high-neckline Givenchy dress, which featured an embroidered skirt
Stunning: Margot also stepped out in style, wearing a sleeveless, high-neckline Givenchy dress, which featured an embroidered skirt

Stunning: Margot also stepped out in style, wearing a sleeveless, high-neckline Givenchy dress, which featured an embroidered skirt

Dazzle: With her golden tresses resting about her shoulders in soft waves, she complemented her outfit with dazzling earrings

Dazzle: With her golden tresses resting about her shoulders in soft waves, she complemented her outfit with dazzling earrings

Strike a pose: Before ascending the stairs to enter the imposing venue, she posed for more snapshots for photographers

Strike a pose: Before ascending the stairs to enter the imposing venue, she posed for more snapshots for photographers

Starry: Ahead of making her way to the event, the Australian beauty shared a picture on Instagram of her stunning look

Starry: Ahead of making her way to the event, the Australian beauty shared a picture on Instagram of her stunning look

Accessorising her outfit with dangling emerald earrings, blonde beauty Jennifer opted to wear her golden locks down in a bone-straight style with a centre-parting, while siren red lipstick added a flourish of colour of her look.

The actress and philanthropist proudly displayed the dramatic train on her gown as she posed on the red carpet for the large gathering of photographers gathered at the hot-ticket event. 

Margot also made a stylish arrival, hitting the red carpet in a floor-length, sleeveless Givenchy gown, which boasted a high neckline and semi-sheer overlay, descending into an intricately embroidered skirt.

Sensational: Pregnant Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge (centre) - who is expecting her third child - looked radiant in a sweeping dark green gown by Jenny Packham as she arrived with her husband the Duke of Cambridge

Sensational: Pregnant Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge (centre) - who is expecting her third child - looked radiant in a sweeping dark green gown by Jenny Packham as she arrived with her husband the Duke of Cambridge

Emerald green: She accessorised with a stunning diamond and emerald necklace, which she teamed with matching earrings

Emerald green: She accessorised with a stunning diamond and emerald necklace, which she teamed with matching earrings

baby bump: Her baby bump was on prominent display as she mingled with a host of film and TV talent from all over the wold

baby bump: Her baby bump was on prominent display as she mingled with a host of film and TV talent from all over the wold

Radiant: Kate, who is set to celebrate seven years of marriage to William in April, looked happy and radiant on the red carpet

Radiant: Kate, who is set to celebrate seven years of marriage to William in April, looked happy and radiant on the red carpet

Boss: William and Kate walked down the red carpet with BAFTA chief executive Amanda Berry, who also stepped out in style

Boss: William and Kate walked down the red carpet with BAFTA chief executive Amanda Berry, who also stepped out in style

Revel: The couple appeared to be revelling in their night off from parental duties as they made their way down the red carpet

Revel: The couple appeared to be revelling in their night off from parental duties as they made their way down the red carpet

Making a grand entrance: The trio made a graceful ascent into the venue, moments before the ceremony was due to begin

Making a grand entrance: The trio made a graceful ascent into the venue, moments before the ceremony was due to begin

With her blonde hair resting about her shoulders in gentle waves, she accessorised with dazzling earrings, while she toted a small, embellished black clutch bag. 

As part of their participation in the Time's Up protest, the stars entered the imposing venue with movement activists by the side, further highlighting their dedication to the cause.

Also present on the night was Rochelle Humes, 28, who showed off her sleek figure in an extreme plunging black Suzanne Neville gown as she hit the red carpet ahead of presenting for EE. 

Added sparkle: Actress Salma Hayek injected colour into her figure-hugging black Gucci gown with a pink floral embellishment
Added sparkle: Actress Salma Hayek injected colour into her figure-hugging black Gucci gown with a pink floral embellishment
Added sparkle: Actress Salma Hayek injected colour into her figure-hugging black Gucci gown with a pink floral embellishment

Added sparkle: Actress Salma Hayek injected colour into her figure-hugging black Gucci gown with a pink floral embellishment

 Intricate design: The pretty pattern ran along the plunging neckline and featured at the shoulders, the waist and at the cuffs

 Intricate design: The pretty pattern ran along the plunging neckline and featured at the shoulders, the waist and at the cuffs

Salma plus one: She arrived at the BAFTAs on the arm of business mogul husband François-Henri Pinault
Dashing: François-Henri injected his own dash of colour into his look, wearing a traditional tuxedo but with a streak of orange on the bow tie

Salma plus one: She arrived at the BAFTAs on the arm of billionaire business mogul husband François-Henri Pinault

Exuding confidence: The Mexican-born beauty exuded confidence as she posed on the glittering gala's expansive red carpet 

Exuding confidence: The Mexican-born beauty exuded confidence as she posed on the glittering gala's expansive red carpet 

Honest: Speaking to Sky News , Salma spoke about Time's Up and reflected on how it's made her feel 'stronger' for speaking out about her own encounters
Honest: Speaking to Sky News , Salma spoke about Time's Up and reflected on how it's made her feel 'stronger' for speaking out about her own encounters

Strong: Speaking to Sky News, Salma discussed Time's Up and reflected on how it's made her feel 'stronger' for speaking out

Proudly displaying her natural curls, she added a dash of colour with oversized turquoise cocktail rings as she posed with one hand on her hip.

The event is being held at the Royal Albert Hall in for the second year in a row, after the move from the Royal Opera House.  

Rochelle wore black in support of the Time's Up movement, which raises awareness of sexual assault, harassment and inequality in the workplace and helps sexual assault survivors take legal action against their abusers.

Sharing the red carpet with the Dagenham Girls: Gemma Arterton (centre) was accompanied by former sewing machine operators Eileen Pullen and Gwen Davis on the BAFTAs red carpet

Sharing the red carpet with the Dagenham Girls: Gemma Arterton (centre) was accompanied by former sewing machine operators Eileen Pullen and Gwen Davis on the BAFTAs red carpet

 Girl power: Screen star Gemma appeared proud to have such brave figures by her side on the celebrity-packed night

 Girl power: Screen star Gemma appeared proud to have such brave figures by her side on the celebrity-packed night

Striking: The actress wore an elegant Alberta Ferretti dress that featured a ruffled one shoulder aspect, Gina shoes, Ara Vartanian jewellery and a Jimmy Choo clutch
Striking: The actress wore an elegant Alberta Ferretti dress that featured a ruffled one shoulder aspect, Gina shoes, Ara Vartanian jewellery and a Jimmy Choo clutch
Striking: The actress wore an elegant Alberta Ferretti dress that featured a ruffled one shoulder aspect, Gina shoes, Ara Vartanian jewellery and a Jimmy Choo clutch

Striking: The actress wore an elegant Alberta Ferretti dress that featured a ruffled one shoulder aspect, Gina shoes, Ara Vartanian jewellery and a Jimmy Choo clutch

Support: Gemma looked delighted to be sharing the red carpet with activists Eileen and Gwen as they posed together

Support: Gemma looked delighted to be sharing the red carpet with activists Eileen and Gwen as they posed together

Glamour: The star showcased her toned curves in the elegant ruffled gown, which featured an asymmetrical front design

Glamour: The star showcased her toned curves in the elegant ruffled gown, which featured an asymmetrical front design

Inspirational: All three women looked glamorous in their black gowns as they posed ahead of the glam awards ceremony

Inspirational: All three women looked glamorous in their black gowns as they posed ahead of the glam awards ceremony

Elegant actress: Her dress swept the floor in a subtle ruffle design

Elegant actress: Her dress swept the floor in a subtle ruffle design, which fanned from the the cinched waistline of her gown

Smile: The star was every inch the Hollywood heavyweight as she smiled at the crowds gathered outside the awards gala

Smile: The star was every inch the Hollywood heavyweight as she smiled at the crowds gathered outside the awards gala

She said: ‘Being a woman, even before I had children, I had young cousins and things, I think it’s an important thing to do, and especially now I’ve got children too.

‘It’s a powerful message, it’s a strong thing to do, obviously it’s a night to celebrate everyone’s work, but fashion will always be what makes headlines the next day, that’s what makes these things work.

'Showing your support in that way, using that as a platform, using that to get the message across, is a positive thing, everyone is united in doing it together, it's powerful.' 

Sophisticated: Kate Mara couldn't have been prouder of Best Actor nominee husband Jamie Bell as she joined him on the BAFTA red carpet at London's Royal Albert Hall on Sunday night
So proud: The actress, 34, beamed as she posed along side her man, while wearing an ultra glamorous black strapless gown, embellished with gold web detailing

Sophisticated: Kate Mara couldn't have been prouder of Best Actor nominee husband Jamie Bell as she joined him at the gala

Shimmering ensemble: The big-screen queen added extra sparkle with a diamond choker and chic ear cuff, and took the opportunity to flash her wedding ring

Shimmering ensemble: The big-screen queen added extra sparkle with a diamond choker and chic ear cuff, and took the opportunity to flash her wedding ring

Cute couple: The Fantastic Four star flaunted her sensational physique in the form-fitting Christian Dior floor-grazer
Sultry pose: Kate's decadent ensemble was teamed with a shimmering metallic box clutch as she cuddled up to her beau

Cute couple: The Fantastic Four star flaunted her sensational physique in the form-fitting Christian Dior floor-grazer

Suit you! While Jamie complemented Kate's red carpet look in a Burberry tuxedo

Suit you! While Jamie complemented Kate's red carpet look in a Burberry tuxedo

Beautiful: Rochelle Humes showed off her sleek figure in an extreme plunging black Suzanne Neville gown as she led the stars walking down the red carpet at the BAFTAs at the Royal Albert Hall on Sunday night
Beautiful: Rochelle Humes showed off her sleek figure in an extreme plunging black Suzanne Neville gown as she led the stars walking down the red carpet at the BAFTAs at the Royal Albert Hall on Sunday night

Beautiful: Rochelle Humes showed off her sleek figure in an extreme plunging black Suzanne Neville gown as she led the stars walking down the red carpet at the BAFTAs at the Royal Albert Hall on Sunday night

Gorgeous: Opting to wear black to support the Time's Up movement, the 28-year-old looked incredible as she posed for snaps ahead of her presenting gig for EE on the night

Gorgeous: Opting to wear black to support the Time's Up movement, the 28-year-old looked incredible as she posed for snaps ahead of her presenting gig for EE on the night

Important cause: Kristin Scott Thomas (left) wore a long monochrome Christian Dior number and wore a Time's Up badge in a bid to show her support and fellow actress Andrea Riseborough (right), followed suit in a thigh-split number by Elie Saab
Important cause: Kristin Scott Thomas (left) wore a long monochrome Christian Dior number and wore a Time's Up badge in a bid to show her support and fellow actress Andrea Riseborough (right), followed suit in a thigh-split number by Elie Saab

Important cause: Kristin Scott Thomas (left) wore a long monochrome Christian Dior number and wore a Time's Up badge in a bid to show her support and fellow actress Andrea Riseborough (right), followed suit in a thigh-split number by Elie Saab

Friends: Andrea caught up with Time's Up activist Phyll Opoku-Gyimah, who accompanied her down the red carpet

Friends: Andrea caught up with Time's Up activist Phyll Opoku-Gyimah, who accompanied her down the red carpet

Important cause: The friends posed alongside one another on the red carpet once inside the venue

Important cause: The friends posed alongside one another on the red carpet once inside the venue

The winners of the EE British Academy Film Awards 2018

WINNER: BEST FILM

THREE BILLBOARDS OUTSIDE EBBING, MISSOURI, Graham Broadbent, Pete Czernin, Martin McDonagh 

Winner: Best Film: (L to R) Peter Czernin, Martin McDonagh and Graham Broadbent,  for Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri

Winner: Best Film: (L to R) Peter Czernin, Martin McDonagh and Graham Broadbent, for Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri

CALL ME YOUR NAME

DARKEST HOUR

DUNKIRK

THE SHAPE OF WATER   

WINNER: OUTSTANDING BRITISH FILM 

THREE BILLBOARDS OUTSIDE EBBING, MISSOURI Martin McDonagh, Graham Broadbent, Pete Czernin 

Winner: Outstanding British Film: Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri

Winner: Outstanding British Film: Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri

DARKEST HOUR Joe Wright, Tim Bevan, Lisa Bruce, Eric Fellner, Anthony McCarten, Douglas Urbanski

THE DEATH OF STALIN Armando Iannucci, Kevin Loader, Laurent Zeitoun, Yann Zenou, Ian Martin, David Schneider

GOD’S OWN COUNTRY Francis Lee, Manon Ardisson, Jack Tarling

LADY MACBETH William Oldroyd, Fodhla Cronin O’Reilly, Alice Birch

PADDINGTON 2 Paul King, David Heyman, Simon Farnaby  

WINNER: LEADING ACTRESS 

Frances McDormand, THREE BILLBOARDS OUTSIDE EBBING, MISSOURI

Winner: Leading Actress: Frances McDormand (right) came top

ANNETTE BENING Film Stars Don’t Die In Liverpool 

MARGOT ROBBIE I, Tonya

SALLY HAWKINS The Shape Of Water

SAOIRSE RONAN Lady Bird  

WINNER: LEADING ACTOR:

Gary Oldman, DARKEST HOUR

Winner: Leading Actor: Gary Oldman picked up a gong 

Winner: Leading Actor: Gary Oldman picked up a gong 

DANIEL DAY-LEWIS Daniel Day-Lewis Phantom Thread

DANIEL KALUUYA Get Out 

JAMIE BELL Film Stars Don’t Die In Liverpool

TIMOTHÉE CHALAMET Call Me By Your Name

WINNER: SPECIAL VISUAL EFFECTS

BLADE RUNNER 2049 Gerd Nefzer, John Nelson

Winner: Special Visual Effects went to Blade Runner 2049

Winner: Special Visual Effects went to Blade Runner 2049

DUNKIRK Scott Fisher, Andrew Jackson

THE SHAPE OF WATER Dennis Berardi, Trey Harrell, Kevin Scott

STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI Nominees TBC

WAR FOR THE PLANET OF THE APES Nominees TBC

WINNER: OUTSTANDING DEBUT BY A BRITISH WRITER, DIRECTOR OR PRODUCER

I AM NOT A WITCH 

Winner: Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Director or Producer - I Am Not A Witch

Winner: Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Director or Producer - I Am Not A Witch

THE GHOUL

JAWBONE

KINGDOM OF US

LADY MACBETH

 WINNER: PRODUCTION DESIGN 

THE SHAPE OF WATER, Paul Austerberry, Jeff Melvin, Shane Vieau

Winner: Production Design - The Shape Of Water

Winner: Production Design - The Shape Of Water

 BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Sarah Greenwood, Katie Spencer

BLADE RUNNER 2049 Dennis Gassner, Alessandra Querzola

DARKEST HOUR Sarah Greenwood, Katie Spencer

DUNKIRK Nathan Crowley, Gary Fettis  

WINNER: ADAPTED SCREENPLAY 

CALL ME BY YOUR NAME, James Ivory  

Winner: Adapted Screenplay, Call Me By Your Name, James Ivory

Winner: Adapted Screenplay, Call Me By Your Name, James Ivory

THE DEATH OF STALIN Armando Iannucci, Ian Martin, David Schneider

FILM STARS DON’T DIE IN LIVERPOOL Matt Greenhalgh

MOLLY’S GAME Aaron Sorkin

PADDINGTON 2 Simon Farnaby, Paul King 

WINNER: FILM NOT IN THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE

THE HANDMAIDEN, Park Chan-wook, Syd Lim 

Winner: Film Not In The English Language: The Handmaiden - Park Chan-wook, Syd Lim

Winner: Film Not In The English Language: The Handmaiden - Park Chan-wook, Syd Lim

ELLE

FIRST THEY KILLED MY FATHER

THE SALESMAN

LOVELESS

WINNER: BRITISH SHORT FILM

COWBOY DAVE, Colin O’Toole, Jonas Mortensen

Winner: British Short Film - Cowboy Dave, Colin O’Toole, Jonas Mortensen

Winner: British Short Film - Cowboy Dave, Colin O’Toole, Jonas Mortensen

AAMIR Vika Evdokimenko, Emma Stone, Oliver Shuster 

A DROWNING MAN Mahdi Fleifel, Signe Byrge Sørensen, Patrick Campbell

WORK Aneil Karia, Scott O’Donnell

WREN BOYS Harry Lighton, Sorcha Bacon, John Fitzpatrick

WINNER: BRITISH SHORT ANIMATION 

POLES APART, Paloma Baeza, Ser En Low 

Winner: British Short Animation: Poles Apart 

Winner: British Short Animation: Poles Apart 

HAVE HEART Will Anderson

MAMOON Ben Steer  

WINNER: DOCUMENTARY 

I AM NOT YOUR NEGRO, Raoul Peck 

Winner: Documentary: I Am Not Your Negro

Winner: Documentary: I Am Not Your Negro

CITY OF GHOSTS 

ICARUS

AN INCONVENIENT SEQUEL

JANE

WINNER: EDITING 

BABY DRIVER, Jonathan Amos, Paul Machliss 

Winner: Editing - Baby Driver, Jonathan Amos, (pictured) and Paul Machliss

Winner: Editing - Baby Driver, Jonathan Amos, (pictured) and Paul Machliss

BLADE RUNNER 2049 Joe Walker

DUNKIRK Lee Smith

THE SHAPE OF WATER Sidney Wolinsky

THREE BILLBOARDS OUTSIDE EBBING, MISSOURI Jon Gregory

WINNER: ANIMATED FILM 

COCO, Lee Unkrich, Darla K. Anderson 

Winner: Animated Film: Coco

Winner: Animated Film: Coco

LOVING VINCENT

MY LIFE AS A COURGETTE

WINNER: Costume Design 

PHANTOM THREAD, Mark Bridges 

Winner: Costume Design: Phantom Thread 

Winner: Costume Design: Phantom Thread 

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Jacqueline Durran

DARKEST HOUR Jacqueline Durran

I, TONYA Jennifer Johnson

THE SHAPE OF WATER Luis Sequeira 

WINNER: MAKEUP & HAIR 

DARKEST HOUR David Malinowski, Ivana Primorac, Lucy Sibbick, Kazuhiro Tsuji

Winner: MakeUp and Hair: DARKEST HOUR David Malinowski, Ivana Primorac, Lucy Sibbick, Kazuhiro Tsuji

Winner: MakeUp and Hair: DARKEST HOUR David Malinowski, Ivana Primorac, Lucy Sibbick, Kazuhiro Tsuji

BLADE RUNNER 2049 Donald Mowat, Kerry Warn 

I, TONYA Deborah La Mia Denaver, Adruitha Lee

VICTORIA & ABDUL Daniel Phillips

WONDER Naomi Bakstad, Robert A. Pandini, Arjen Tuiten

WINNER: ORIGINAL MUSIC

THE SHAPE OF WATER Alexandre Desplat  

Winner: Original Music: The Shape Of Water 

Winner: Original Music: The Shape Of Water 

BLADE RUNNER 2049 Benjamin Wallfisch, Hans Zimmer

DARKEST HOUR Dario Marianelli

DUNKIRK Hans Zimmer

PHANTOM THREAD Jonny Greenwood 

WINNER: EE RISING STAR AWARD 

DANIEL KALUUYA 

Winner: EE Rising Star Award - Daniel Kaluuya 

Winner: EE Rising Star Award - Daniel Kaluuya 

FLORENCE PUGH

JOSH O’CONNOR

TESSA THOMPSON

TIMOTHÉE CHALAMET

WINNER:  SOUND

DUNKIRK Richard King, Gregg Landaker, Gary A. Rizzo, Mark Weingarten 

Winner: Sound: Dunkirk's Richard King, Gregg Landaker, Gary A. Rizzo, Mark Weingarten

Winner: Sound: Dunkirk's Richard King, Gregg Landaker, Gary A. Rizzo, Mark Weingarten

BABY DRIVER Tim Cavagin, Mary H. Ellis, Julian Slater

BLADE RUNNER 2049 Ron Bartlett, Doug Hemphill, Mark Mangini, Mac Ruth

THE SHAPE OF WATER Christian Cooke, Glen Gauthier, Nathan Robitaille, Brad Zoern

STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI Ren Klyce, David Parker, Michael Semanick, Stuart Wilson, Matthew Wood   

WINNER: DIRECTOR 

Guillermo del Toro, THE SHAPE OF WATER 

Winner: Director: Guillermo del Toro - The Shape Of Water 

Winner: Director: Guillermo del Toro - The Shape Of Water 

BLADE RUNNER 2049 Denis Villeneuve

CALL ME BY YOUR NAME Luca Guadagnino

DUNKIRK Christopher Nolan 

THREE BILLBOARDS OUTSIDE EBBING, MISSOURI Martin McDonagh 

WINNER: SUPPORTING ACTRESS

ALLISON JANNEY I, Tonya

Winner: Supporting Actress: Allison Janney for I, Tanya

Winner: Supporting Actress: Allison Janney for I, Tanya

KRISTEN SCOTT THOMAS Darkest Hour

LAURIE METCALF Lady Bird

LESLEY MANVILLE Phantom Thread

OCTAVIA SPENCER The Shape Of Water

WINNER: SUPPORTING ACTOR 

SAM ROCKWELL, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri

Winner: Supporting Actor: Sam Rockwell for Three Billboards 

Winner: Supporting Actor: Sam Rockwell for Three Billboards 

CHRISTOPHER PLUMMER All the Money in the World

HUGH GRANT Paddington 2 

WILLEM DEFOE Florida Project

WOODY HARRELSON 3 Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri 

WINNER: CINEMATOGRAPHY 

BLADE RUNNER 2049, Roger Deakins

Winner: Cinematography: Blade Runner 2049

Winner: Cinematography: Blade Runner 2049

DARKEST HOUR Bruno Delbonnel

DUNKIRK Hoyte van Hoytema

THE SHAPE OF WATER Dan Laustsen

THREE BILLBOARDS OUTSIDE EBBING, MISSOURI Ben Davis

WINNER: ORIGINAL SCREENPLAY

THREE BILLBOARDS OUTSIDE EBBING, MISSOURI Martin McDonagh 

Winner: Original Screenplay - Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri

GET OUT Jordan Peele

I, TONYA Steven Rogers

LADY BIRD Greta Gerwig

THE SHAPE OF WATER Guillermo del Toro, Vanessa Taylor 

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A-list actress, Kristin Scott Thomas, 57, wore a long monochrome Christian Dior number and wore a Time's Up badge in a bid to show her support. 

And fellow actress Andrea Riseborough, 36, followed suit in a thigh-split number by Elie Saab to walk down the red carpet with Phyll Opoku-Gyimah, co-founder of UK Black Pride from 2005.

As well as being a trustee of gay rights group Stonewall, she was formerly head of political campaigns and equality at the Public and Commercial Services trade union.

Style savvy: (Pictured L;R) Anya Taylor Joy - who donned Dolce & Gabbana, Letitia Wright sported Gucci and Greta Gerwing wore Jonathan Cohen on the carpet
Style savvy: (Pictured L;R) Anya Taylor Joy - who donned Dolce & Gabbana, Letitia Wright sported Gucci and Greta Gerwing wore Jonathan Cohen on the carpet
Style savvy: (Pictured L;R) Anya Taylor Joy - who donned Dolce & Gabbana, Letitia Wright sported Gucci and Greta Gerwing wore Jonathan Cohen on the carpet

Style savvy: (Pictured L;R) Anya Taylor Joy - who donned Dolce & Gabbana, Letitia Wright sported Gucci and Greta Gerwing wore Jonathan Cohen on the carpet

Style queens: Sally Hawkins donned Ralph & Rosso while Isabelle Huppert (R) wore Armani Privé
Style queens: Sally Hawkins donned Ralph & Rosso while Isabelle Huppert (R) wore Armani Privé

Style queens: Sally Hawkins donned Ralph & Rosso while Isabelle Huppert (R) wore Armani Privé

Fashion footsteps: Natalie Dormer stunned in custom Alberta Ferretti alongside Caitriona Balfe in The Row and Octavia Spencer in Sachin & Babi (Pictured L-R)
Fashion footsteps: Natalie Dormer stunned in custom Alberta Ferretti alongside Caitriona Balfe in The Row and Octavia Spencer in Sachin & Babi (Pictured L-R)
Fashion footsteps: Natalie Dormer stunned in custom Alberta Ferretti alongside Caitriona Balfe in The Row and Octavia Spencer in Sachin & Babi (Pictured L-R)

Fashion footsteps: Natalie Dormer stunned in custom Alberta Ferretti alongside Caitriona Balfe in The Row and Octavia Spencer in Sachin & Babi (Pictured L-R)

Yummy mummy! Rebecca Ferguson debuted her baby bump on the red carpet as she attended the star-studded awards show

Yummy mummy! Rebecca Ferguson debuted her baby bump on the red carpet as she attended the star-studded awards show

Elegant: The 34-year-old Swedish actress debuted her baby bump on the red carpet, wearing a black cape gown by Stella McCartney, Rupert Sanderson shoes and sporting the Time's Up badge in support of their sexual harassment protest
Elegant: The 34-year-old Swedish actress debuted her baby bump on the red carpet, wearing a black cape gown by Stella McCartney, Rupert Sanderson shoes and sporting the Time's Up badge in support of their sexual harassment protest
Elegant: The 34-year-old Swedish actress debuted her baby bump on the red carpet, wearing a black cape gown by Stella McCartney, Rupert Sanderson shoes and sporting the Time's Up badge in support of their sexual harassment protest

Elegant: The 34-year-old Swedish actress debuted her baby bump on the red carpet, wearing a black cape gown by Stella McCartney, Rupert Sanderson shoes and sporting the Time's Up badge in support of their sexual harassment protest

Film: She plays rogue former MI6 agent Isla Faust in the next Mission Impossible film, alongside Tom Cruise and Sean Harris

Film: She plays rogue former MI6 agent Isla Faust in the next Mission Impossible film, alongside Tom Cruise and Sean Harris

Sizzling! Rebecca, who previously starred in Mission Impossible: Rogue Nation in 2015, confirmed her pregnancy on the Graham Norton show in January
As Tom Cruise spoke about an ankle injury he suffered on his break, Rebecca joked: 'I made a baby in the break! I thought I'd have at least six months off.'

Sizzling! Rebecca, who previously starred in Mission Impossible: Rogue Nation in 2015, confirmed her pregnancy on the Graham Norton show in January

Backlash: Following the nomination announcements back in January, BAFTA was criticised about the absence of women making this year's Best Director shortlist
Out soon: Mission: Impossible - Fallout, which is still filming in London, is slated to hit movie theatres on July 27
Long-running: The first BAFTA award ceremony took place in 1949 and presented the initial awards for films made in 1947 and 1948

Out soon: Mission: Impossible - Fallout, which is still filming in London, is slated to hit movie theatres on July 27

Bond: Marai Larasi, (right) arrived as a guest of Tessa Thompson (left) and she is the executive director of Imkaan, a British black feminist organisation which campaigns against violence towards black, minority ethnic and refugee women and girls

Bond: Marai Larasi, (right) arrived as a guest of Tessa Thompson (left) and she is the executive director of Imkaan, a British black feminist organisation which campaigns against violence towards black, minority ethnic and refugee women and girls

Strong bond: Afua Hirsch came as a guest of Naomie Harris - who donned Zuhair Murad and DeBeers jewels. The Guardian journalist  hit the headlines in 2017 when she suggested Admiral Nelson’s statue in Trafalgar Square should be taken down because he was a ‘white supremacist’

Strong bond: Afua Hirsch came as a guest of Naomie Harris - who donned Zuhair Murad and DeBeers jewels. The Guardian journalist hit the headlines in 2017 when she suggested Admiral Nelson’s statue in Trafalgar Square should be taken down because he was a ‘white supremacist’

According to Vogue, members of the Time's Up initiative sent around a letter urging guests 'to wear black to the awards ceremony, to follow suit from our sisters who attended the Golden Globes.'

Just a month ago, most of the stars who attended the Golden Globes wore black in a show of solidarity towards victims of sexual harassment.

Also joining the cause was former TOWIE star Lydia Bright, 28, who showed off her curves in a beautiful strapless fishtail gown by AloNuko which flattered her figure perfectly. She sported a golden glow after her recent trip to Cape Verde. 

Best Actress? Saoirse Ronan dazzled in a semi-sheer sequined black dress by Chanel with feathered fringing as she walked the red carpet at the BAFTAs at the Royal Albert Hall on Sunday
Best Actress? Saoirse Ronan dazzled in a semi-sheer sequined black dress by Chanel with feathered fringing as she walked the red carpet at the BAFTAs at the Royal Albert Hall on Sunday
Important cause: Saoirse was no doubt thrilled to be a part of such an important evening which supported the Time's Up movement 

Best Actress? Saoirse Ronan dazzled in a semi-sheer sequined black dress by Chanel with feathered fringing as she walked the red carpet at the BAFTAs at the Royal Albert Hall on Sunday

Hair she goes: Her contrasting blonde locks were tied up into an elegant chignon, with elegant drop earrings to add a touch of sparkle and an oversized cocktail ring

Hair she goes: Her contrasting blonde locks were tied up into an elegant chignon, with elegant drop earrings to add a touch of sparkle and an oversized cocktail ring

Working it: She teamed the outfit with a pair of simple black platform shoes, complete with ankle strap by Jimmy Choo as she posed confidently on the red carpet with her Cartier jewellery
Star: Saoirse's latest movie role in Lady Bird has earned her huge critical acclaim as protagonist Lady Bird McPherson

Working it: She teamed the outfit with a pair of simple black platform shoes, complete with ankle strap by Jimmy Choo as she posed confidently on the red carpet with her Cartier jewellery

Commanding attention: Karen Gillan returned to her British roots as she graced the star-studded red carpet at the 71st BAFTA Awards at London's Royal Albert Hall on Sunday in a Vera Wang design
Commanding attention: Karen Gillan returned to her British roots as she graced the star-studded red carpet at the 71st BAFTA Awards at London's Royal Albert Hall on Sunday in a Vera Wang design
Out of this world: The former Doctor Who beauty's elegant design boasted a sheer shoulder panel and billowing sleeves

Commanding attention: Karen Gillan returned to her British roots as she graced the star-studded red carpet at the 71st BAFTA Awards at London's Royal Albert Hall on Sunday in a Vera Wang design

Ultra glam: The ultra-glam look spoke for itself as Karen added a touch of sparkle with her Norman Silverman earrings, but did amplify her natural beauty with a dusting of pink blush and a smokey eye

Ultra glam: The ultra-glam look spoke for itself as Karen added a touch of sparkle with her Norman Silverman earrings, but did amplify her natural beauty with a dusting of pink blush and a smokey eye

 Posing up a storm: The redhead styled her glossy tresses pin-straight, tucking any loose tendrils behind her ears while showing off her glittering waterfall earrings
Strut her stuff: Karen exuded glamour as she posed up a storm on the red carpet, heightening her statuesque frame in classic black skyscraper heels
Walk this way: The Guardians Of The Galaxy star teamed the decadent look with a bejeweled black box clutch

Strut her stuff: Karen exuded glamour as she posed up a storm on the red carpet, heightening her statuesque frame in classic black skyscraper heels

All that glitters: Hofit Golan made a glamorous arrival at the event, stepping out in a glittering metallic silver gown

All that glitters: Hofit Golan made a glamorous arrival at the event, stepping out in a glittering metallic silver gown

Silver siren: She was one of the few attendees who opted not to wear a black gown to the event, per the Time's Up protest

Silver siren: She was one of the few attendees who opted not to wear a black gown to the event, per the Time's Up protest

Showered with kisses: She blew kisses at red carpet photographers as she put on a bold display in her deeply plunging gown

Showered with kisses: She blew kisses at red carpet photographers as she put on a bold display in her deeply plunging gown

Meanwhile, Dermot O'Leary and wife Dee Koppang complemented one another perfectly in their matching ensembles.

They arrived shortly after Sian Welby, who was the first celebrity to walk the red carpet on the night.

The television presenter, 31, looked incredible as she dared to go underwear free under her semi-sheer panelled black dress. 

Angled: Lupita Nyong'o wowed as she made her way down the red carpet in a stunning black Elie Saab gown with an angled silhouette
Angled: Lupita Nyong'o wowed as she made her way down the red carpet in a stunning black Elie Saab gown with an angled silhouette
Angled: Lupita Nyong'o wowed as she made her way down the red carpet in a stunning black Elie Saab gown with an angled silhouette

Angled: Lupita Nyong'o wowed as she made her way down the red carpet in a stunning black Elie Saab gown with an angled silhouette

Glittering: Lighting up her ensemble with  drop statement earrings, the Oscar-winning actress also sported a Time's Up badge

Glittering: Lighting up her ensemble with  drop statement earrings, the Oscar-winning actress also sported a Time's Up badge

Metallic detailing: The Mexican-born, Kenyan-raised actress' chic high-neckline dress featured metallic detailing throughout

Metallic detailing: The Mexican-born, Kenyan-raised actress' chic high-neckline dress featured metallic detailing throughout

Promotional trail: Days before, she was in South Africa as part of her promotional trail for her new blockbuster Black Panther

Promotional trail: Days before, she was in South Africa as part of her promotional trail for her new blockbuster Black Panther

Looking good: Lydia Bright wore an incredible fishtail strapless gown by AloNuko which suited her figure perfectly
Looking good: Lydia Bright wore an incredible fishtail strapless gown by AloNuko which suited her figure perfectly
Looking good: Lydia Bright wore an incredible fishtail strapless gown by AloNuko which suited her figure perfectly

Looking good: Lydia Bright wore an incredible fishtail strapless gown by AloNuko which suited her figure perfectly

Power couple: Dermot O'Leary and wife Dee Koppang complemented one another perfectly in their matching ensembles

Power couple: Dermot O'Leary and wife Dee Koppang complemented one another perfectly in their matching ensembles

Work mode: The popular TV personality soon got into work mode as he took on presenting duties on the expansive red carpet

Work mode: The popular TV personality soon got into work mode as he took on presenting duties on the expansive red carpet

She teamed the number with a studded pair of nude strappy heels, which gave a glimpse of her inked feet. 

Presenter Edith Bowman, 44, looked resplendent in a brocade strapless number which was cinched in at the waist

The Shape of Water , directed by Guillermo del Toro, has been nominated for a total of 12 awards with Darkest Hour and Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri both receiving nine nominations. Blade Runner 2049 , Dunkirk, I, Tonya , Call Me by Your Name and Phantom Thread were also nominated for multiple awards.

And while the dress code was looser for the Grammys, stars walked the red carpet carrying white roses in support of gender equality.

A (near) Royal delight! Cressida Bonas certainly ensured all eyes were on her as she arrived at the annual ceremony in style

A (near) Royal delight! Cressida Bonas certainly ensured all eyes were on her as she arrived at the annual ceremony in style

Respecting the dress code! The English model turned actress, 29, stunned in a floor-length strappy black gown by Armani Privé as she arrived
Respecting the dress code! The English model turned actress, 29, stunned in a floor-length strappy black gown by Armani Privé as she arrived
Respecting the dress code! The English model turned actress, 29, stunned in a floor-length strappy black gown by Armani Privé as she arrived

Respecting the dress code! The English model turned actress, 29, stunned in a floor-length strappy black gown by Armani Privé as she arrived

Staying mum! She is yet to comment on the news that Harry will marry Meghan next spring, after a year and a half of dating

Staying mum! She is yet to comment on the news that Harry will marry Meghan next spring, after a year and a half of dating

Ruffling feathers! While the fitted bodice accentuated her petite frame, the elegant floor-length skirt boasted an array of ruffles, teasing a peek of her peep-toe sandals
Solidarity: Just a month ago, most of the stars who attended the Golden Globes wore black in a show of solidarity towards victims of sexual harassment

Ruffling feathers! While the fitted bodice accentuated her petite frame, the elegant floor-length skirt boasted an array of ruffles, teasing a peek of her peep-toe sandals

This year's BAFTA Awards are being hosted by Joanna Lumley after Stephen Fry announced he was stepping down after hosting for 12 years, from 2001 to 2006 and again from 2012 to 2017. TV presenter Jonathan Ross presented during the intervening years.

She said at the time: 'Honestly how exciting is this? It's just so unbelievably thrilling. I always looked at the BAFTA Awards with Stephen Fry there forever more, so who thought I'd turn into Stephen Fry? I said yes indecently quickly. Thank you, thank you, I'll see you on the night.

And after stepping down from his coveted position, Stephen Fry said: 'Every one of the 12 BAFTA film award ceremonies that I had the privilege of hosting has a place in my memory.

Regal: Looking every inch a princess, the Cinderella actress' haute couture look boasted a silk strapless bodice which complemented the black crystal embellished waist belt as she posed on the red carpet
Her Finest Hour: Lily James, 28, stunned in a show-stopping Burberry ballgown but it was the diamond sparkler on her ring finger which commanded attention as she arrived to London's Royal Albert Hall on Sunday for the BAFTAs
Regal: Looking every inch a princess, the Cinderella actress' haute couture look boasted a silk strapless bodice which complemented the black crystal embellished waist belt as she posed on the red carpet

Her Finest Hour: Lily James, 28, stunned in a show-stopping Burberry ballgown but it was the diamond sparkler on her ring finger which commanded attention as she arrived to London's Royal Albert Hall on Sunday for the BAFTAs

Sparkling: The blonde beauty, who began dating actor Matt Smith in 2014, looked positively regal in her sweetheart-necklined number from the British fashion house while her ring sparkled on the carpet 

Sparkling: The blonde beauty, who began dating actor Matt Smith in 2014, looked positively regal in her sweetheart-necklined number from the British fashion house while her ring sparkled on the carpet 

Sensational: She made sure all eyes were on her as she walked the carpet solo
Strike a pose! She happily posed for photos as she strolled up the carpet
Strike a pose! She happily posed for photos as she strolled up the carpet

Sensational: The former Downton Abbey star made sure all eyes were on her as she walked the carpet solo in stunning style

Dramatic: Beaming as she posed for cameras, she showed off hr choice of ensemble, which featured a striking frill-tiered train

Dramatic: Beaming as she posed for cameras, she showed off hr choice of ensemble, which featured a striking frill-tiered train

Bag it up! She carried a velvet Tyler Ellis clutch in her manicured hand, proudly displaying her participation in the Time's Up protest

Bag it up! She carried a velvet Tyler Ellis clutch in her manicured hand, proudly displaying her participation in the Time's Up protest

Jewels: Leaving Claridges ahead of the awards, she teetered her way to her car while highlighting her statement jewels and new ring
Head-turning: She sported a few bracelets around her slender wrist
Jewels: Leaving Claridges ahead of the awards, she teetered her way to her car while highlighting her statement jewels and new ring

Head-turning: She sported a few bracelets around her slender wrist

Excitment: The stars turned out in force at the 2018 BAFTA award ceremony on Sunday, held at the Royal Albert Hall in London for the second year in a row, after the move from the Royal Opera House

Excitment: The stars turned out in force at the 2018 BAFTA award ceremony on Sunday, held at the Royal Albert Hall in London for the second year in a row, after the move from the Royal Opera House

Expecting something? Savvy onlookers would be able to see the hint of a bump at Anna's waist, if they were shrewd enough - yet neither Anna nor Hugh have confirmed this news
Happy couple: Anna wore her chestnut locks tied back and smiled for the cameras alongside Hugh, looking dapper in a tuxedo

One on the way? Hugh Grant's 'pregnant' girlfriend Anna Eberstein looked chic in a short black dress and smart blazer as she cosied up to the Paddington 2 star on Sunday evening

Expecting something? Savvy onlookers would be able to see the hint of a bump at Anna's waist, if they were shrewd enough - yet neither Anna nor Hugh have confirmed this news 

Expecting something? Savvy onlookers would be able to see the hint of a bump at Anna's waist, if they were shrewd enough - yet neither Anna nor Hugh have confirmed this news 

'The mixture of glamour, glory, drama and - occasionally - embarrassment and hiccup holds a unique place in the British film calendar.

'Over the last two decades I have especially loved watching the emergence of new young film talent behind and in front of the camera. But after so long a time I felt it only right to stand down and let others take the Baftas on to new heights and greater glories.

'I want to thank all the production staff, Amanda Berry and her wonderful BAFTA colleagues, the BBC and all those who helped make every year so enjoyable.

Bag: Helena Bonham Carter looked suitably regal as she seemed to give a nod to her new  role in The Crown with her Dolce & Gabbana handbag while wearing a statement Vivienne Westwood dress
Bag: Helena Bonham Carter looked suitably regal as she seemed to give a nod to her new  role in The Crown with her Dolce & Gabbana handbag while wearing a statement Vivienne Westwood dress
Regal: The A Room With A View actress, 51, wowed in a plunging off-the-shoulder black silk gown, which clung to her toned midriff as she posed

Bag: Helena Bonham Carter looked suitably regal as she seemed to give a nod to her new role in The Crown with her Dolce & Gabbana handbag while wearing a statement Vivienne Westwood dress

Old pals: She walked the red carpet with acclaimed American screenwriter James Ivory, 89, who was nominated for his work on the screenplay and as producer for Call Me By Your Name

Old pals: She walked the red carpet with acclaimed American screenwriter James Ivory, 89, who was nominated for his work on the screenplay and as producer for Call Me By Your Name

Colleagues: James, who has worked with Helena on A Room With A View and Howard's End, looked dapper in a black suit and bow tie as he chivalrously escorted the actress along the red carpet
Glittering: The pair looked in great spirits as they caught up at the glittering event 

Colleagues: James, who has worked with Helena on A Room With A View and Howard's End, looked dapper in a black suit and bow tie as he chivalrously escorted the actress along the red carpet

Joyful: Seasoned actress Helena looked sensational in her slinky black gown as she smiled for the cameras on the red carpet

Joyful: Seasoned actress Helena looked sensational in her slinky black gown as she smiled for the cameras on the red carpet

Star studded! Emma Roberts made the trip across the pond to attend the star-studded BAFTAs at London's Royal Albert Hall and had her mane tended to by renowned hairstylist Paul Edmonds

Star studded! Emma Roberts made the trip across the pond to attend the star-studded BAFTAs at London's Royal Albert Hall and had her mane tended to by renowned hairstylist Paul Edmonds

Turning heads! The American actress, 27, put on a stunning display in a black power dress by Schiaparelli, conforming to the suggested black dress code to support Time's Up protests
Making an entrance! The structured piece featured a daring sweetheart neckline, and was cinched in at the waist to make the most of her enviable physique
Wowing on the red carpet! Elegantly skimming her calves, the wrap dress showed a glimpse of her toned pins, accentuated with a pair of classic court shoes

Turning heads! The American actress, 27, put on a stunning display in a black power dress by Schiaparelli, conforming to the suggested black dress code to support Time's Up protests

Taking the plunge: Actress Florence Pugh dazzled as she arrived at the awards ceremony in a plunging Miu Miu strappy black dress
Taking the plunge: Actress Florence Pugh dazzled as she arrived at the awards ceremony in a plunging Miu Miu strappy black dress

Taking the plunge: Actress Florence Pugh dazzled as she arrived at the awards ceremony in a plunging Miu Miu strappy black dress

Knuckleduster: The British star opted to wear her Time's Up badge as a knuckleduster, which she pointed at photographers
Knuckleduster: The British star opted to wear her Time's Up badge as a knuckleduster, which she pointed at photographers, while her mane was worked into a modern updo by Paul Edmonds

Knuckleduster: The British star opted to wear her Time's Up badge as a knuckleduster, which she pointed at photographers, while her mane was worked into a modern updo by Paul Edmonds

'I reserve especial gratitude and imagination for Ivor Baddiel and Phil Kerr, whose work on the scripts was so skillful it made people think I'd written every line myself.

'What fun it will be to watch BAFTA 2018 without my heart hammering, mouth drying and knees trembling.'

The 2018 BAFTAs will be live on air on BBC One on Sunday. The star-studded ceremony is also being live-streamed on the BAFTAs official Facebook page

The first BAFTA award ceremony took place in 1949 and presented the initial awards for films made in 1947 and 1948.

She means business! Millie Mackintosh commanded attention in a plunging halter-neck jumpsuit by Pronovias and diamonds as she arrived
She means business! Millie Mackintosh commanded attention in a plunging halter-neck jumpsuit by Pronovias and diamonds as she arrived
Looks to kill: Millie wore her honeyed locks in loose waves and allowed them to tumble down one of her shoulders to the side

She means business! Millie Mackintosh commanded attention in a plunging halter-neck jumpsuit by Pronovias and diamonds as she arrived

All in place? The halter-neck design highlighted her lean arms and the plunging V-neck allowed Millie to fully show off the David Morris diamonds around her neck

All in place? The halter-neck design highlighted her lean arms and the plunging V-neck allowed Millie to fully show off the David Morris diamonds around her neck

Accessorise: She matched this accessory with a bracelet of the same design and was sure to flash her engagement ring - yet other half Hugo Taylor was not in attendance

Accessorise: She matched this accessory with a bracelet of the same design and was sure to flash her engagement ring - yet other half Hugo Taylor was not in attendance

Captivating beauty: Bollywood actress Amy Jackson wowed as she arrived on the red carpet in a deeply plunging black dress by Julian Macdonald
Captivating beauty: Bollywood actress Amy Jackson wowed as she arrived on the red carpet in a deeply plunging black dress by Julian Macdonald

Captivating beauty: Bollywood actress Amy Jackson wowed as she arrived on the red carpet in a deeply plunging black dress by Julian Macdonald

Looking sensational: Laura Bailey looked sensational as she arrived at the awards gala wearing a sweeping A-line black dress

Looking sensational: Laura Bailey looked sensational as she arrived at the awards gala wearing a sweeping A-line black dress

Following the nomination announcements back in January, BAFTA was criticised about the absence of women making this year’s Best Director shortlist.

Greta Gerwig, director of Lady Bird, was notably absent from the shortlist –despite the film receiving nominations for Original Screenplay, Leading Actress and Supporting Actress and winning two Golden Globes last week. 

Angelina Jolie also failed to make the cut for directing First They Killed My Father, nominated for the category of Film Not in the English Language. Other female directors left off include Lucy Cohen, who directed Kingdom of Us, and Rungano Nyoni for I Am Not A Witch – despite both having made it into the Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Director or Producer category.

Turning heads: Allison Janney turned heads as she arrived in an unconventional black dress, which featured a gold neckline

Turning heads: Allison Janney turned heads as she arrived in an unconventional black dress, which featured a gold neckline

Golden girl: The Bibhu Mohapatra  gown's gold neckline was attacked to her sleeves, which the bare centre have the look of a large cut-out
Golden girl: The Bibhu Mohapatra  gown's gold neckline was attacked to her sleeves, which the bare centre have the look of a large cut-out

Golden girl: The Bibhu Mohapatra gown's gold neckline was attacked to her sleeves, which the bare centre have the look of a large cut-out

Moment of glory: She cut a glamorous figure as she enjoyed her solo moment of posing in front of the sweeping outdoor stairs which she paired with Messika jewellery

Moment of glory: She cut a glamorous figure as she enjoyed her solo moment of posing in front of the sweeping outdoor stairs which she paired with Messika jewellery

Trousers: Ruth Wilson was one of few actress in attendance who opted to forgo a gown in favour of wearing a Christian Dior trouser suit
Trousers: Ruth Wilson was one of few actress in attendance who opted to forgo a gown in favour of wearing a Christian Dior trouser suit

Trousers: Ruth Wilson was one of few actress in attendance who opted to forgo a gown in favour of wearing a Christian Dior trouser suit

Making waves: The brunette beauty's hair rested about her shoulders in soft waves, while she sported a smudge of red lipstick

Making waves: The brunette beauty's hair rested about her shoulders in soft waves, while she sported a smudge of red lipstick

Stunner: Sian Welby, 31, was the first celebrity to walk the red carpet at the event as she went underwear free under a semi-sheer black dress
Best foot forward: She teamed the number with a studded pair of nude strappy heels, which gave a glimpse of her inked feet

Stunner: Sian Welby was the first celebrity to walk the red carpet as she went underwear free under a semi-sheer black dress

Hostess with her mostess: Presenter Edith Bowman, 44, looked resplendent in a brocade strapless number which was cinched in at the waist 

Hostess with her mostess: Presenter Edith Bowman, 44, looked resplendent in a brocade strapless number which was cinched in at the waist 

Metal marvel: Presenter Victoria Bonya veered away from the black dress code, adding a metallic feel to her Aniiiqa look
Metal marvel: Presenter Victoria Bonya veered away from the black dress code, adding a metallic feel to her Aniiiqa look

Metal marvel: Presenter Victoria Bonya veered away from the black dress code, adding a metallic feel to her Aniiiqa look

Form-fitting: Jackie St Clair swanned down the red carpet in style, arriving in a form-fitting gown with a thigh-high side slit

Form-fitting: Jackie St Clair swanned down the red carpet in style, arriving in a form-fitting gown with a thigh-high side slit

Of all the 2018 BAFTA Film nominees in non-gender-specific categories, only around 20 per cent were women.

Kathryn Bigelow is the only woman in history to win the Best Director award – for The Hurt Locker in 2010.

BAFTA boss Amanda Berry told Saturday’s BBC Radio 4 Today programme: ‘Well, I have to admit there are no female directors in the director category, but there are five female directors nominated elsewhere’.

British movies such as Film Stars Don't Die In Liverpool and Paddington 2 have received more attention than at the big US ceremonies.

The EE Rising Star Award, voted for by the public, was a battle between Daniel Kaluuya, Florence Pugh, Josh O’Connor, Timothée Chalamet and Tessa Thompson. Get Out star Daniel emerged the winner. 

Twinning: Actors Gary Oldman, left, and Taron Egerton right, wore near-identical classic black tuxedos with crisp white shirts, however Taron was clad in Burberry

Twinning: Actors Gary Oldman, left, and Taron Egerton right, wore near-identical classic black tuxedos with crisp white shirts, however Taron was clad in Burberry

Badge: Showing solidarity with the large majority of other attendees at the televised awards show, he wore a Time's Up badge

Badge: Showing solidarity with the large majority of other attendees at the televised awards show, he wore a Time's Up badge

Stand by your man: Willem Defoe arrived with his actress wife Giada Colagrande

Pairing up: Taron posed with a pretty companion, while Willem Defoe arrived with his actress wife Giada Colagrande, right

Spreading her wings: Blogger and actress Tanya Burr also attended, wearing a pretty Valentino dress 

Spreading her wings: Blogger and actress Tanya Burr also attended, wearing a pretty Valentino dress 

Stylish gent: Orlando Bloom put on a dapper display as he hit the red carpet at the event
Classic: Riding high on the success of his new movie Black Panther, Daniel Kaluuya arrived wearing a classic black tuxedo by Burberry

Stylish gents: (L-R) Orlando Bloom, Daniel Kaluuya - who was clad in Burberry - and Nicholas Hault put on dapper displays as they hit the gala's red carpet

Black to basics: Handsome father-of-one Orlando teamed his stylish Stella McCartney tuxedo jacket with a black shirt, opting to forgo a bow tie

Black to basics: Handsome father-of-one Orlando teamed his stylish Stella McCartney tuxedo jacket with a black shirt, opting to forgo a bow tie

Sign of the times: After posing for photographers gathered at the event, he stopped to sign autographs for a crowd of fans

Sign of the times: After posing for photographers gathered at the event, he stopped to sign autographs for a crowd of fans

The crew: En route to the ceremony, Edgar Wright shared a shot of the entire crew behind the nominated picture Baby Driver

The crew: En route to the ceremony, Edgar Wright shared a shot of the entire crew behind the nominated picture Baby Driver

Sip up: Ahead of slipping into his tuxedo for the highly-anticipated awards show, Francis Lee, left, enjoyed a drink at the pub

Sip up: Ahead of slipping into his tuxedo for the highly-anticipated awards show, Francis Lee, left, enjoyed a drink at the pub

Dapper: (L-R) Mark Mangini, Francis Lee and Edgar Wright all put on a stylish display as they arrived in tuxedos at the event

Cirque: The cast of Cirque du Soleil put on quite the eye-catching display as they hit the red carpet in full colourful costume

Cirque: The cast of Cirque du Soleil put on quite the eye-catching display as they hit the red carpet in full colourful costume

Protesting the PM: Also present at the awards ceremony were a group of women protesting Prime Minister Theresa May

Protesting the PM: Also present at the awards ceremony were a group of women protesting Prime Minister Theresa May

Saying it loud: The prostestors linked arms as they chanted and protested on the grounds of the star-studded ceremony

Saying it loud: The prostestors linked arms as they chanted and protested on the grounds of the star-studded ceremony

Grounded:: Wearing T-shirts emblazoned with the words 'Time's Up Theresa', the women got down on the carpet in protest

Grounded:: Wearing T-shirts emblazoned with the words 'Time's Up Theresa', the women got down on the carpet in protest

End of a long night: After a long night at the awards show, Jennifer Lawrence was spotted heading back to her London hotel

End of a long night: After a long night at the awards show, Jennifer Lawrence was spotted heading back to her London hotel

Handlers: The Hollywood actress was guided safely into the building by a small team of handlers as her night came to an end

Handlers: The Hollywood actress was guided safely into the building by a small team of handlers as her night came to an end

Snapshot: Hours before the big event got underway, staffers at the Royal Alert hall shared a shot of the red carpet on Twitter

Snapshot: Hours before the big event got underway, staffers at the Royal Alert hall shared a shot of the red carpet on Twitter

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