
27th British Academy Film Awards 1974
The 27th British Academy Film Awards, commonly known as the BAFTAs, took place on 6 March 1974 at the Royal Albert Hall in London, honoring the best national and foreign films of 1973. The ceremony was hosted by Eamonn Andrews and Petula Clark with awards presented by Princess Anne. François Truffaut's Day for Night emerged as a standout, winning Best Film, Best Direction, and Best Supporting Actress, while Walter Matthau, Stéphane Audran, and Arthur Lowe also received top honors.
Highlights
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Total movie nominations
5
Total movie wins
2
Total people nominations
11
Total people wins
1


Most recognized genres

Drama

Thriller

Crime

Most Nominations
Fred Zinnemann
Best Film
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Best Direction
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Nominees
Best Actor in a Leading Role
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Best Actress in a Leading Role
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Nominees
Best Actor in a Supporting Role
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Best Actress in a Supporting Role
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Best Screenplay
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Nominees
Best Cinematography
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Best Editing
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Best Original Music
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Nominees
Best Sound
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Nominees
United Nations Award
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Nominees
Most Promising Newcomer to Leading Film Roles
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Nominees
All winners and nominees
Best Film
Best Direction
Best Actor in a Leading Role
Best Actress in a Leading Role
Best Actor in a Supporting Role
Best Actress in a Supporting Role
Best Screenplay
NOMINEES
The Day of the JackalBest Cinematography
WINNER
Don't Look NowBest Editing
WINNER
The Day of the JackalNOMINEES
Don't Look NowBest Original Music
NOMINEES
SounderBest Sound
NOMINEES
The Day of the JackalUnited Nations Award
Most Promising Newcomer to Leading Film Roles