
12th British Academy Film Awards 1959
The 12th British Academy Film Awards, presented by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts in 1959, celebrated the best films of 1958. The ceremony recognized excellence in both British and international cinema with awards in film, acting, and production categories.
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Total movie nominations
5
Total movie wins
2
Total people nominations
11
Total people wins
3


Most recognized genres

Drama

Romance

Crime
Most Nominations
Charles Laughton
Best Film
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All Best British Film Winners and Nominees – 12th British Academy Film Awards 1959
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All Best Foreign Actor Winners and Nominees – 12th British Academy Film Awards 1959
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12th British Academy Film Awards - Best Film
12th British Academy Film Awards - Best British Film
WINNER
Room at the Top12th British Academy Film Awards - Best Foreign Actor
12th British Academy Film Awards - Best British Actor
12th British Academy Film Awards - Best British Actress
12th British Academy Film Awards - Best Foreign Actress