to defend the org’s actions. The awards body has caught flak for handing Clarke its Outstanding Contribution To British Cinema prize despite being made aware that allegations against the actor were bubbling prior to its ceremony.she “absolutely” stands by the BAFTA hierarchy including chair Krishnendu Majumdar and chief executive Amanda Berry, stating that decisions were made “with the full endorsement and knowledge of the board”.
“Krish has not been doing anything on his own. So any criticism that has been levelled at BAFTA should be levelled at everybody. It is really not right to single people out.”also spoke to Emmanuel Anyiam-Osigwe, founder of the British Urban Film Festival, who called for the resignation of BAFTA top brass.