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BAFTA Names 20 Creatives to 2025 Breakthrough UK Cohort

Backed by Netflix since 2019, the year-long scheme provides tailored mentoring to accelerate early‑career creatives.

Overview

  • Akinola Davies Jr. is among the selections, following a Cannes special mention for My Father’s Shadow and the film’s choice as the UK’s Oscar entry.
  • The roster spans film, television and games, with names such as Laura Carreira, Cara Ellison and Kyle Banks representing varied disciplines.
  • Three talents from Scotland are included, reflecting BAFTA’s emphasis on regional representation across the UK.
  • Participants receive one-to-one meetings, career guidance, access to BAFTA industry events and full BAFTA voting membership.
  • BAFTA cites an alumni network of 330-plus with roughly 200 nominations and 80-plus wins, while the U.S. Breakthrough cohort is set for a December announcement.