BAFTA has formally announced a contentious decision following two years of internal discussion: film producers are required to confirm the gender identity of nominees when they submit award submissions.
The group rejected the concept of establishing gender-neutral categories, despite claiming to have had “proactive and thoughtful consultation” with industry experts. This decision deviates from the Brit Awards’ strategy, which promoted diversity by implementing gender-neutral categories.
Debate has surrounded the ruling, especially in relation to its effects on nonbinary performers—those who don’t fit into stereotypical gender stereotypes. Emma Corrin, a well-known actor who identifies as nonbinary and uses the pronouns they/them, is one of the outspoken supporters of change.
