Fantastic Beasts, Best British Film? The 10 most bizarre Bafta nominations ever

• This year, barring one of the biggest upsets in its 77-year history, the Baftas will be lauding Christopher Nolan and Oppenheimer, in what will likely be a dress rehearsal for the Oscars next month. Although Nolan and his film are worthy and deserving winners, it is hard not to feel a faint sense of weariness at the all-but-inevitable coronation, especially because the Baftas have – shall we say – a reputation for throwing curveballs out there.