The nominations were announced at Bafta’s central London headquarters where Joanna Lumley was also revealed as the ceremony’s new host, replacing Stephen Fry.
If they want to wear black, they will wear black, if they want to speak about abuse within the film industry, they can.
All five contenders in the best film category are directed by men.
“We want people to feel proud to be there, happy to be there, thrilled to hear what is said.”