i don't think a lot of other 11—year—olds can say that kenneth branagh and judi bench and ciaran hinds are my best friends. some will see a snub in kenneth branagh missing out in the best director category. ciaran hinds wins a best supporting nomination, as does caitriona balfe, in a film set against the backdrop of the troubles. i didn't know what they were and a kid my age probably wouldn't know about them either unless their parents or grandparents were affected by the troubles in any way. so this city has its moment in the sun. for a film about the troubles, yes, but through the eyes of a child more focused on family and love. but it's sci—fi blockbuster dune that has the highest number of nominations, 11. i wonder what little lady made these. period western the power of the dog, has eight, including best actor for benedict cumberbatch and best directorforjane campion. half of bafta's directing nominees are women this year.