Meet the 2025 US Breakthroughs

Find out about 2025’s BAFTA Breakthrough US participants, supported by Apple TV. These emerging talents from across film, games and television were selected by leading industry figures.

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Supporting Talent

In conversation… 2025’s BAFTA Breakthroughs UK reflect

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Supporting Talent

Breakthrough alum Paapa Essiedu on creating character authenticity

Supporting Talent

2026 Young Game Designers: 'Game Concept' Finalists

Supporting Talent

2026 Young Game Designers: 'Game Making' Finalists

Film

Akinola Davies Jr on his award-winning debut journey

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Supporting Talent

IWD: Roisin Clear & Katie Piper on mentoring

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Awards

Meet 2026's EE Rising Star

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News

BAFTA’s year of support in numbers

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Meet the 2025 US Breakthroughs

Brandon Wilson

Brittany Shyne

Chase Infiniti

Erika Ishii

Eva Victor

Frida Perez

Karla Reyes

Maggie Kang

Mia Cioffi Henry

Miles Caton

Paige Bethmann

Xalavier Nelson Jr

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We want people, from all backgrounds to achieve their creative dreams. Find out what programmes we have available to help.

Programmes For:

An essential industry membership that gives you the chance to be part of an inspiring global film, games and TV community.

Memberships:

Celebrating the very best creative talent from the worlds of film, games and TV.

Awards:

Quick Links

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Brandon Wilson

Brittany Shyne

Chase Infiniti

Erika Ishii

Eva Victor

Frida Perez

Karla Reyes

Maggie Kang

Mia Cioffi Henry

Miles Caton

Paige Bethmann

Xalavier Nelson Jr

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