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Bafta Awards Face Criticism for Lack of Diversity Among Winners

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Despite a relatively diverse list of nominees at the 2023 Bafta Awards, no person of color won an award. This has led viewers to use the hashtag #BaftasSoWhite on Twitter to express their frustration at the lack of diversity among the winners. Many viewers pointed out that there were brilliant performances by nominees such as Viola Davis, Michelle Yeoh, Angela Bassett, and others, who were deserving of recognition.

While it is great to see more people of color being recognized for their talents, progress can only mean so much when white actors continue to take home the prizes year after year. The lack of diversity among this year’s award winners highlights how much the UK film industry still has to do to address its systemic racism and lack of inclusivity.

Written by: Relaks Radio

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