British Independent Film Awards: 'For Sama' Wins Top Prize

was given an awards season boost on Sunday night, picking up a number of top honors at the British Independent Film Awards.

The film by Waad al-Kateab and Edward Watts, a scarring portrait of a young mother’s experience during the ongoing Middle East conflict, won best British independent film, best director and best documentary at the ceremony. These were on top of the BIFA award for best editing, which was announced last month. . A lively twist on Charles Dickens' classic, the film earned Hugh Laurie the best supporting actor award for his portrayal of Mr.

Elsewhere on the night, Renee Zellweger saw some extra fuel added to her Oscars engine, picking up best actress for playing Judy Garland in

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