The British Academy of Film and Television Arts ( BAFTA ) has revealed its longlist for the Special Visual Effects category, spotlighting the year’s most innovative and breathtaking cinematic achievements. These films exemplify the cutting-edge artistry that continues to redefine storytelling through visual effects.
Visual Effects
Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice
Alien: Romulus
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga
Gladiator II
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes
Wicked
Better Man
Civil War
Deadpool & Wolverine
Dune: Part Two
Animated Film
Moana 2
Wallace and Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl
The Wild Robo
Despicable Me 4
That Christmas
Flow
Inside Out 2
Memoir of a Snail
You can find the full list of the longlists here.
Key Dates to Remember
- Nominations Announcement: The final list of nominees for the EE BAFTA Film Awards will be unveiled on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, via BAFTA’s official YouTube channel.
- Final Round of Voting: Voting to determine the winners will take place from Wednesday, January 22, to Tuesday, February 11, 2025.
- Awards Ceremony: The winners will be announced at the EE BAFTA Film Awards ceremony on Sunday, February 16, 2025.
Before these key moments, BAFTA members will participate in the next round of voting to finalize the nominations. This voting period runs from Friday, January 3, to Friday, January 10, 2025.
Stay tuned as the race for visual effects excellence heats up, and mark your calendars for the BAFTA ceremony to celebrate the industry’s finest achievements!