The nominations for the BAFTA Awards were announced today, but things just haven't been the same since they ended the tradition of the long lists. For those who may not remember, or just plain never knew, BAFTA used to release the 15 semi-finalists in each category, before announcing their final nominations. Many people disliked it; I loved it. Oftentimes, it was the only chance to see certain names and titles join the awards conversation. Many felt that was cruel, but for some of us, it was a nice reminder of the embarrassment of riches that are out there, if you only bother to look and carefully consider.
But since I run the Hollmann Awards any way I want, I can do what BAFTA no longer does. Here are my long lists for the 15 semi-finalists in all 18 categories, with the exception of Best Picture - after all, I've already posted my Top Ten, and the Fifteen Honorable Mentions besides.
After the jump...
