The Baftas, which take place a fortnight before the Oscars, have also seen the fruits of backstage labours reflected in their shortlists.
Now that has returned, Baehr thinks, it calls for a ceremony which has “everything as it was before – but better.”
Cash-generation measures under consideration by the Academy are likely to include sponsorship deals, year-long awards clubs, social media monetisation – and belt-tightening.
Hopes have been placed on the new host Rebel Wilson – a regular show-stealer – to engage audiences in the stalls and at home.
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