I still do not understand how Raindance who organises this event can go around and survive in film business at not paying their bills to filmfestivals.com promotion executed and acknowledged. Eliott Grove whenever you are ready its been a few years now!
Last night, at Old Billingsgate, stars of the British film industry braved the rain and arrived in hoards for the 18th Moët British Independent Film Awards. This glamorous event, hosted by the award-winning film maker and actor, RICHARD AYOADE, brought together the crème de la crème of British cinema to celebrate the wealth of independent British film this year.
Attendees of the star-studded event included KATE WINSLET, who received the Variety Award, an accolade bestowed on actors or filmmakers who have helped shine the international spotlight on Britain. BAFTA-winning actor CHIWETEL EJIOFOR was presented with the prestigious Richard Harris Award. Best British Independent Film was won by EX MACHINA and ALEX GARLAND won Best Director for EX MACHINA; the film will be screened in 74 cinemas across the country on Sunday 13 December as part of a landmark BIFA screening series supported by the BFI. Tickets can be booked at discover.bifa.film.
SAOIRSE RONAN won Best Actress for BROOKLYN and TOM HARDY won Best Actor for his dual role as Ronnie and Reggie Kray in LEGEND.
OLIVIA COLMAN won her third BIFA for her Best Supporting Actress performance in THE LOBSTER. BRENDAN GLEESON made it two years in a row, winning Best Supporting Actor for SUFFERGETTE this year after taking away Best Actor for Calvary last year.
Other guests included: ABIGAIL HARDINGHAM, AGYNESS DEYN, ALICIA VIKANDER, ANNE-MARIE DUFF, CAREY MULLIGAN, CELIA IMRIE, COLIN FARRELL, DOMHNALL GLEESON, DOUGLAS BOOTH, HELENA BONHAM CARTER, JASON ISAACS, JIM STURGESS, JULIE WALTERS, MARION COTILLARD; MEERA SYAL, MIA GOTH, MILO PARKER, OLIVIA COLMAN, STANLEY TUCCI, STEPHEN FINGLETON, TILLY WOOD, THOMAS BRODIE SANGSTER & TOM COURTENAY.
All of the lucky winners took home the iconic award designed by Fredrikson Stallard, and created by Swarovski as well as a personalised, Swarovski crystal encrusted magnum of Moët & Chandon.
KATE WINSLET, recipient of the prestigious Variety award, commented in her acceptance speech “It feels really great to be British, this moment, and being in this room feels really special… independent film is where I’ve learnt the most and laughed the most”
In Moët’s 6th year as title sponsor, guests were welcomed and invited to celebrate with Miniature Moët bottles, followed by Moët & Chandon served from Magnums over the glamorous dinner.
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PRAWN COCKTAIL
Atlantic prawns with a classic brandy-scented marie rose sauce, crisp romaine lettuce, pickled lemon and keta caviar
PIE & MASH
Steak, ale and mushroom pie, served with creamy mashed potato, wilted spinach and chantenay carrots
PUDDINGS
Sherry trifle, lemon meringue pie, pecan tart, white chocolate macaroons and
champagne jellies
Coffee, tea and petits fours
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During the after party Moët & Chandon was served alongside Jameson Whiskey cocktails, as well as a delicious choice of Blackcurrant or Blackberry Bellini.
The Moët & Chandon Pyramid also gave VIP guests the opportunity to try their hand at pouring champagne in one of the most extraordinary and unique ways during the reception.
Full List of Winners:
Best Director
EX MACHINA Alex Garland
Best Actress sponsored by MAC
SAOIRSE RONAN Brooklyn
Best Supporting Actress
OLIVIA COLMAN The Lobster
Most Promising Newcomer sponsored by The London Edition
ABIGAIL HARDINGHAM Nina Forever
The Discovery Award sponsored by Raindance
ORION: THE MAN WHO WOULD BE KING Jeanie Finlay
Producer of the Year
PAUL KATIS, ANDREW DE LOTBINIERE Kajaki: The True Story
Best British Short Film
EDMOND Emilie Jouffroy, Nina Gantz
The Douglas Hickox Award (Best Debut Director)sponsored by 3 Mills Studios
THE SURVIVALIST Stephen Fingleton
Best Documentary
DARK HORSE: THE INCREDIBLE TRUE STORY OF DREAM ALLIANCE Judith Dawson, Louise Osmond
Outstanding Achievement in Craft
ANDREW WHITEHURST Visual Effects, Ex Machina
Best International Independent Film
ROOM Ed Guiney, David Gross, Emma Donoghue, Lenny Abrahamson
About MBIFA
The Moët British Independent Film Awards highlight and reward the best, most innovative and creative independent filmmaking and filmmakers in the UK. We identify and encourage emerging talent, support and celebrate the independent film community and promote British film and talent to the public.
Now in its 18th year, the Awards were founded by Elliot Grove and Suzanne Ballantyne in 1998, who also founded the Raindance Film Festival in 1993. Previous winners of the prestigious Best British Independent Film Award include Pride, Metro Manila, Tyrannosaur, The King’s Speech, Moon, Control, Slumdog Millionaire, The Constant Gardener and This Is England.
Proud patrons of the British Independent Film Awards include Mike Figgis, Tom Hollander, Adrian Lester, Ken Loach, Ewan McGregor, Helen Mirren, Samantha Morton, James Nesbitt, Michael Sheen, Trudie Styler, Tilda Swinton, Meera Syal, David Thewlis, Ray Winstone and Michael Winterbottom.
For further information on MBIFA, visit www.bifa.film.
About Moët & Chandon
Moët & Chandon, the champagne of success and glamour since 1743. Renowned for its legendary style, achievements and pioneering spirit, Moët & Chandon is the Maison that introduced champagne to the world. Synonymous with the most venerable traditions and the most modern celebrations, Moët & Chandon has celebrated life’s memorable and triumphant moments with panache for more than 270 years. For Moët & Chandon, success is a matter of style.
The Champagne of Cinema
For nearly a century, Moët & Chandon has celebrated the glamour and the red carpet moments of international cinema. Effervescent and effortlessly chic, Moët & Chandon and the movies are like a Hollywood glamorous couple. The Maison is a strong and long-time supporter of film awards and ceremonies, such as the Golden Globe Awards and the International Film Festivals in Venice and Locarno. Moët & Chandon, an elegant toast to the art of cinema.
For further information on Moët & Chandon, visit http://moet.com or contact Anna Budel abudel@mhuk.co.uk 020 7808 4458.