34th British Academy Film Awards 1981
The 34th British Academy Film Awards, more commonly known as the BAFTAs, took place on 22 March 1981 at the Grosvenor House Hotel in London, honouring the best national and foreign films of 1980. Presented by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts, accolades were handed out for feature-length films and documentaries. Notably, there are no records or explanations showing any nominations or winner for the Best Actor in a Supporting Role and Best Actress in a Supporting Role at this ceremony.
Highlights of 34th British Academy Film Awards 1981 – Best Moments, Winners, Speeches & Red Carpet Recap
Relive the most iconic moments from the 34th British Academy Film Awards 1981. Explore top wins, emotional speeches, surprise victories, red carpet fashion, and viral highlights from the 1981 ceremony.
Total movie nominations
14
Total movie wins
7
Total people nominations
16
Total people wins
5
Most recognized genres
Drama
Romance
Music
Most Nominations
Robert Benton
Best Film
Find out who won the Best Film category at the 34th British Academy Film Awards.
All Best Direction Winners and Nominees – 34th British Academy Film Awards 1981
Explore the full list of winners and nominees for the Best Direction category at the 34th British Academy Film Awards 1981. Find out which films and performances earned critical acclaim in this prestigious awards category.
All Best Actor in a Leading Role Winners and Nominees – 34th British Academy Film Awards 1981
Explore the full list of winners and nominees for the Best Actor in a Leading Role category at the 34th British Academy Film Awards 1981. Find out which films and performances earned critical acclaim in this prestigious awards category.
All Best Actress in a Leading Role Winners and Nominees – 34th British Academy Film Awards 1981
Explore the full list of winners and nominees for the Best Actress in a Leading Role category at the 34th British Academy Film Awards 1981. Find out which films and performances earned critical acclaim in this prestigious awards category.
All Best Screenplay Winners and Nominees – 34th British Academy Film Awards 1981
Explore the full list of winners and nominees for the Best Screenplay category at the 34th British Academy Film Awards 1981. Find out which films and performances earned critical acclaim in this prestigious awards category.
All Best Cinematography Winners and Nominees – 34th British Academy Film Awards 1981
Explore the full list of winners and nominees for the Best Cinematography category at the 34th British Academy Film Awards 1981. Find out which films and performances earned critical acclaim in this prestigious awards category.
All Best Costume Design Winners and Nominees – 34th British Academy Film Awards 1981
Explore the full list of winners and nominees for the Best Costume Design category at the 34th British Academy Film Awards 1981. Find out which films and performances earned critical acclaim in this prestigious awards category.
WINNER
Kagemusha
Nominees
All Best Editing Winners and Nominees – 34th British Academy Film Awards 1981
Explore the full list of winners and nominees for the Best Editing category at the 34th British Academy Film Awards 1981. Find out which films and performances earned critical acclaim in this prestigious awards category.
All Best Original Music Winners and Nominees – 34th British Academy Film Awards 1981
Explore the full list of winners and nominees for the Best Original Music category at the 34th British Academy Film Awards 1981. Find out which films and performances earned critical acclaim in this prestigious awards category.
All Best Production Design Winners and Nominees – 34th British Academy Film Awards 1981
Explore the full list of winners and nominees for the Best Production Design category at the 34th British Academy Film Awards 1981. Find out which films and performances earned critical acclaim in this prestigious awards category.
All Best Sound Winners and Nominees – 34th British Academy Film Awards 1981
Explore the full list of winners and nominees for the Best Sound category at the 34th British Academy Film Awards 1981. Find out which films and performances earned critical acclaim in this prestigious awards category.
All Most Promising Newcomer to Leading Film Roles Winners and Nominees – 34th British Academy Film Awards 1981
Explore the full list of winners and nominees for the Most Promising Newcomer to Leading Film Roles category at the 34th British Academy Film Awards 1981. Find out which films and performances earned critical acclaim in this prestigious awards category.
WINNER
My Brilliant Career
Nominees
All Winners and Nominees – Full 34th British Academy Film Awards Awards 1981 Category Breakdown
Explore the complete list of winners and nominees from the 34th British Academy Film Awards Awards 1981. Browse every award category including Best Picture, Best Director, acting honors, technical awards, and more – all in one place.
34th British Academy Film Awards - Best Film
34th British Academy Film Awards - Best Direction
34th British Academy Film Awards - Best Actor in a Leading Role
34th British Academy Film Awards - Best Actress in a Leading Role
34th British Academy Film Awards - Best Screenplay
34th British Academy Film Awards - Best Cinematography
34th British Academy Film Awards - Best Costume Design
34th British Academy Film Awards - Best Editing
34th British Academy Film Awards - Best Original Music
34th British Academy Film Awards - Best Production Design
34th British Academy Film Awards - Best Sound
34th British Academy Film Awards - Most Promising Newcomer to Leading Film Roles
