Prince William recently attended the 2024 EE BAFTA Film Awards where he shared his thoughts on some of the hit films of the year. The Prince of Wales expressed his admiration for filmmaker Christopher Nolan, stating that he would be pleased if Nolan won. He specifically mentioned his love for Nolan's film 'Oppenheimer,' which ultimately won the award for Best Film while Nolan was honored with Best Director.
While discussing the box-office hit 'Barbie,' Prince William admitted that he had not seen the film yet but expressed his interest in watching it in the future. As the president of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts, William highlighted the importance of recognizing good British films and female directors in the industry.
During the ceremony, Prince William mentioned that he had not watched as many films this year as he usually does, but he expressed his intention to catch up and create watch lists for himself and his wife, the Princess of Wales. He was seen sitting next to actress Cate Blanchett and engaged in discussions about the BAFTA-nominated films with director Jonathan Glazer and producer James Wilson.
Prince William emphasized the significance of storytelling, particularly through films like the Holocaust drama 'The Zone of Interest,' acknowledging the importance of passing down such stories to future generations. He expressed his interest in watching the film, but noted that he would reserve it for a time when he was feeling uplifted.
The Prince attended the awards ceremony alone as his wife, Kate Middleton, was recovering from abdominal surgery. The statement released by Kensington Palace informed that Kate's surgery was successful, and she would remain in the hospital for a period before returning home for further recovery. It was noted that she would not resume public duties until after Easter, and the Palace would provide updates on her progress only when necessary.
As for the 2024 BAFTA Awards, the event took place at the Royal Festival Hall in London and was streamed on BritBox in the U.S. on a tape delay. Prince William's attendance and engagement with the film industry reinforce his support for meaningful storytelling and his dedication to recognizing talent within the entertainment world.
