32nd British Academy Film Awards 1979
The 32nd British Academy Film Awards, commonly known as the BAFTAs, took place on 22 March 1979 at the Wembley Conference Centre in London. The ceremony honored the best national and foreign films of 1978, with accolades presented by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts. Awards were given across a wide range of categories, celebrating achievements in acting, directing, technical crafts, and more.
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Total movie nominations
13
Total movie wins
8
Total people nominations
22
Total people wins
8
Most recognized genres
Drama
Romance
Adventure
Most Nominations
Steven Spielberg
Best Film
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All Best Original Music Winners and Nominees – 32nd British Academy Film Awards 1979
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WINNER
Superman
Nominees
All Best Sound Winners and Nominees – 32nd British Academy Film Awards 1979
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All Winners and Nominees – Full 32nd British Academy Film Awards Awards 1979 Category Breakdown
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32nd British Academy Film Awards - Outstanding British Contribution to Cinema
WINNER
Superman32nd British Academy Film Awards - Best Film
32nd British Academy Film Awards - Direction
32nd British Academy Film Awards - Best Actor in a Leading Role
32nd British Academy Film Awards - Best Actress in a Leading Role
32nd British Academy Film Awards - Best Actor in a Supporting Role
32nd British Academy Film Awards - Best Actress in a Supporting Role
32nd British Academy Film Awards - Best Screenplay
32nd British Academy Film Awards - Best Cinematography
32nd British Academy Film Awards - Best Costume Design
32nd British Academy Film Awards - Best Editing
32nd British Academy Film Awards - Best Original Music
32nd British Academy Film Awards - Best Production Design
32nd British Academy Film Awards - Most Promising Newcomer to Leading Film Roles
32nd British Academy Film Awards - Best Sound
