CONTENTS
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Peppered with sharp wit, emotions run high in this provocative adaptation of a scandalous true story about an aged mother looking for her adopted son. Words by Catherine Shoard
WELCO M E HRH The Duke Of Cambridge, KG, President of the Academy
SPECIA L AWA RDS
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John Willis, Chairman of the Academy
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Olaf Swantee, CEO EE
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The nominations in full
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Juries and Chapters
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12 Years A Slave
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Films take us on extraordinary journeys. They immerse us in another world. Our photographic essay explores BAFTA-winning and nominated fi lm talent whose work excels at connecting with an audience on an emotional level. By Dr Andy Gotts MBE MA
American Hustle An irresistible, often uproarious black comedy, based on the true story of the FBI’s attempt to entrap corrupt politicians. Words by Matthew Leyland
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In Memoriam
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Officers of the Academy
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Partners of the Academy
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Film Awards Partners
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Film Awards Gift Providers
Captain Phillips Almost unbearably taut, this hijack thriller becomes increasingly claustrophobic as the tension is relentlessly cranked up. Words by Helen O’Hara
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Cinemmersive: A Photographic Essay
Gravity An atmospheric and spectacular modern take on the disaster fi lm, boasting groundbreaking visual effects. Words by Jonathan Crocker
123 Film Awards Meal: Behind the Menu 127 Acknowledgements 128 End Credits
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An unfl inching and intense exploration of slavery, set to the backdrop of steamy 19th century Louisiana. Words by Nev Pierce
Outstanding British Contribution to Cinema Artist, visionary, provocateur – all have been used to describe this year’s Special Award recipient, fi lmmaker Peter Greenaway. Words by Rich Matthews
BEST FILM NOMINEES 42
The Fellowship She’s played everything from East End trophy wife to sovereign of an empire – Dame Helen Mirren is the recipient of the Academy’s highest accolade. Words by Quentin Falk
NOM INATIONS
C O N T E N T S
Philomena