David Tennant to host baftas again, but is he the right choice?

On February 16, 2025, the EE BAFTA Film Awards will be held at the Southbank Centre's Royal Festival Hall in central London. This marks the second consecutive year David Tennant, known for his role in 'Mary Queen of Scots,' will be the host of this prestigious ceremony. The event, which will also be broadcast on BBC One, iPlayer, and Britbox in the US and Australia, is anticipated to showcase the year’s best film achievements and recognize the creative talent responsible for them. The planning for the 2025 BAFTAs has already commenced with key milestones set for the voting process. Round one voting opened on December 6, 2024, while the longlists for various categories will be revealed on January 3, 2025. Following that, nominations will be disclosed on January 15, 2025. Notably, the EE Rising Star Award, determined by public vote, is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, and nominees will be announced on January 7, 2025. The upcoming event will also introduce some new features including a Children's & Family Film category, the first addition of its kind in five years. This category aims to honor films appealing to audiences of all ages. Furthermore, there will be updated voting procedures introduced in the Outstanding British Film category, designed to make the process more inclusive and representative of the diverse voices within the industry. BAFTA's leadership has expressed excitement about David Tennant’s return. Jane Millichip, CEO of BAFTA, highlighted the value of Tennant's presence, noting that his performance in the previous ceremony was warm, witty, and engaging, which has helped enhance the viewing experience for audiences worldwide. With over 20 million views recorded on social media for ceremony highlights, the anticipation around Tennant's performance is considerable, as fans eagerly await the return of the event that celebrates the film industry's achievements.