A British film which held its premiere screening in Jersey scooped three major honours at the British Academy of Film and Television Arts awards last night – including best leading actor and best casting.
‘I Swear’, which was first shown to Jersey audiences in early October ahead of its UK release, was among the big winners at last night’s ceremony.
The film’s star, Robert Aramayo, beat frontrunners Timothée Chalamet and Leonardo DiCaprio to take the leading actor Bafta.
Mr Aramayo also won the EE Rising Star Award, which was voted for by the public.
Islanders were given an exclusive first look at the comedy-drama when it was screened at Cineworld Jersey on Sunday 5 October, ahead of its nationwide cinema release.
The special showing aimed to bring together Jersey’s neurodiverse community and raise awareness of Tourette syndrome and the challenges faced by those living with the condition.
‘I Swear’ is based on the true story of John Davidson MBE, and his journey from a misunderstood teenager in a small Scottish town to an outspoken advocate for people living with Tourette syndrome.
The comedy-drama also stars Maxine Peake, Shirley Henderson, and Peter Mullan.
Tourette syndrome is a neurological disorder that may cause sudden unwanted and uncontrolled rapid and repeated movements or vocal sounds called tics.