Payal Kapadia's BAFTA Heartbreak with 'All We Imagine As Light'

BAFTA: Payal Kapdia's 'All We Imagine As Light' faces another disappointment, films loses to 'Emilia Perez'

ANI February 17, 2025 160 views

Payal Kapadia's groundbreaking film 'All We Imagine As Light' experienced another award setback at the BAFTA ceremony. Despite losing the Best Film Not in English Language category to 'Emilia Perez', the movie has already made history by winning the Grand Prix at Cannes in 2024. The film, which tells a nuanced story about a nurse and her roommate, continues to generate significant international buzz. Its journey demonstrates the growing global recognition of contemporary Indian cinema.

"International recognition transcends awards" - Film Industry Insider

London, February 17: Director Payal Kapadia's 'All We Imagine As Light' failed to fetch an award at the 78th edition of BAFTA.

Key Points

Payal Kapadia's film loses BAFTA Best Non-English Language category

First Indian film to win Cannes Grand Prix in 2024

Starring Kani Kusruti and Divya Prabha

Explores complex narratives of desire and identity

All We Imagine As Light, which was nominated for Best Film Not in the English Language category, lost to France's Emilia Perez.

This was the third major upset for Kapadia and India, as the film also did not win any awards at the Golden Globes and Critics Choice Awards earlier this year.

Despite the loss, 'All We Imagine As Light' has garnered significant recognition, making waves in the international film industry. It became the first Indian film to win the prestigious Grand Prix at the Cannes Film Festival in 2024.

The film stars Kani Kusruti, Divya Prabha, and Chhaya Kadam and tells the poignant tale of a troubled nurse and her young roommate confronting their desires during a trip to a beach town.

BAFTA Awards were streamed in India on Lionsgate Play.

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