BAFTA
Arts & Entertainment abbreviation · Film, Television and Theater
| Stands for | British Academy of Film and Television Arts |
|---|---|
| Categories | Arts & Entertainment |
BAFTA stands for British Academy of Film and Television Arts, a film, television and theater abbreviation.
Organization that presents the British Academy Film Awards and Television Awards, the UK's leading screen honors. The awards are often seen as a key indicator before the Oscars.
Example: She won the BAFTA for Best Actress a few weeks before the Oscars.
Usage notes
Formed from the British Film Academy (founded 1947) and the Guild of Television Producers and Directors, it took the name BAFTA in 1976. The trophy is a bronze theatrical mask designed by American sculptor Mitzi Cunliffe. Pronounced "BAF-ta".
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