The BAFTA Scotland Awards 2025 are set to celebrate outstanding achievements in Scotland's film and television industries, with 'The Outrun' leading the pack with four nominations. The prestigious ceremony will take place in Glasgow on November 16, 2025, highlighting the country's brightest talents.
'The Outrun,' a film set against the backdrop of the Orkney Islands, has garnered critical acclaim and secured nominations for Best Feature Film, Best Director Fiction (Nora Fingscheidt), Best Writer Film/Television (Amy Liptrot and Fingscheidt), and Best Actress Film/Television for Saoirse Ronan. The film tells the story of a woman's return home after battling alcoholism, embodying themes of resilience and hope.
Following closely behind is 'Lockerbie: A Search for Truth,' a drama that has earned three nominations, including for Best Writer Film/Television (David Harrower) and Best Actress Film/Television (Catherine McCormack). This series delves into the pursuit of truth and justice following a devastating tragedy.
Other productions receiving significant recognition include 'Rebus' and 'The Tattooist of Auschwitz,' each with two nominations. 'Rebus' is nominated for Best Director Fiction and Best Writer Film/Television, while 'The Tattooist of Auschwitz' is recognized in the Best Actress Film/Television category for Anna Prochniak. Notably, 'The Tattooist of Auschwitz' also recently received two Emmy nominations for its original musical score, underscoring the international reach of Scottish talent.
The awards also spotlight emerging talent, with several first-time nominees in the acting categories. Returning to the spotlight are familiar names such as Ncuti Gatwa, a previous BAFTA Scotland Award winner for Best Actor Television, who is nominated again for his role in 'Doctor Who' in both the Actor Film/Television and Audience Award categories. David Tennant, also a past BAFTA Scotland winner, is nominated for his performance in 'Rivals'.
The BAFTA Scotland Audience Award, decided by public vote, features a strong lineup of popular performances, including Ncuti Gatwa for 'Doctor Who' and Richard Rankin for 'Rebus'. Other nominees include David Tennant for 'Rivals', Ashley Jensen for 'Shetland', Gary Lamont for 'Rivals', Kieran Sonia Sawar for 'Slow Horses', and Shelley McCoy for 'Gladiators'. Voting for this highly anticipated award is open until October 30, 2025, allowing the public to support their favorite talents.
The BAFTA Scotland Awards 2025 ceremony will be hosted by Edith Bowman in Glasgow, promising an evening celebrating cinematic excellence and compelling Scottish storytelling. Siaran akan tersedia di saluran YouTube BAFTA, serta program sorotan di BBC Scotland dan BBC One Scotland pada 19 November. The event not only highlights individual achievements but also celebrates the dynamic and evolving landscape of Scotland's film and television industries, further bolstered by initiatives like Screen Scotland's Talent Builder, aimed at nurturing the next generation of Scottish filmmakers. Penyertaan kategori-kategori baru, seperti "Factual Entertainment", menunjukkan komitmen BAFTA Scotland untuk memperluas jangkauannya dan mengakui berbagai bentuk seni layar.