UK acting and filmmaking talents have weighed in with their picks for an ‘alternative BAFTA list’ that highlights more diverse candidates. The campaign, launched by the UK wing of Time’s Up, is des…
Indira Varm, actress and Time’s Up UK Ambassador, said that she “very much supports”director Mati Diop and s Olivia Wilde also in the conversation.
“But we all know this is a long and difficult journey. Time’s Up UK wants to ensure we do not let these awards pass by without us raising the profile of those whose endeavours and performances have not made it to the nominations. So, we are running a social media campaign which will highlight those who are absent and who we also want to see recognised,” she added.
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