The Baftas get political as Three Billboards wins big

Stars show their support for #MeToo movement but the Duchess of Cambridge stays neutral

Jennifer Lawrence was among those wearing black in support of the #MeToo movement
Jennifer Lawrence was among those wearing black in support of the #MeToo movement
(Image credit: Daniel Leal-Olivas/AFP/Getty Images)

Politics and entertainment collided again at The Baftas last night, as guests wore black to protest against sexual harassment and a demonstration broke out on the red carpet.

The big winners also came with a political bent: Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri - the story of a woman seeking justice for her murdered daughter - scooped most of the big prizes, including best film and best actress for Frances McDormand. The best actor was Gary Oldman, recognised for his portrayal of Winston Churchill in Darkest Hour.

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