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February 23, 2026
Why the Baftas must get rid of their two-hour delay and broadcast live
Last night made clear that broadcasting a partially redacted version long after the winners have been announced doesn’t work for anyone
TL;DR
- The Baftas editing process is difficult due to live overruns and time constraints, leading to a chopped-up broadcast.
- This year's Baftas highlighted issues with editing, including the handling of John Davidson's involuntary tics and controversial statements.
- The decision to keep an N-word shout while editing out "Free Palestine" raises questions about censorship and bias.
- The article advocates for a live broadcast of the Baftas to add excitement and avoid censorship, or for the ceremony to move to online streaming platforms.
- The current edited format is seen as a muddle that could be solved by broadcasting live or streaming, mirroring the Oscars' move to YouTube.
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