BIFA 2025 Nominations: ‘My Father’s Shadow’ Leads as ‘Pillion’ and ‘I Swear’ Trail

Overview

• The British Independent Film Awards unveiled the 2025 shortlist in London, with My Father’s Shadow landing 12 nominations, Pillion 10 and I Swear 9.
• The Best British Independent Film lineup features The Ballad of Wallis Island, I Swear, My Father’s Shadow, Pillion and Urchin.
• Alex Garland’s Warfare was confirmed as the Best Ensemble Performance winner and also scored multiple craft nods.
• Several frontrunners premiered at Cannes earlier this year, underscoring BIFA’s emphasis on first-time feature directors and new voices.
• Winners will be announced on 30 November at London’s Roundhouse, and this edition introduces a public‑voted Cinema of the Year award.