The 2024 Bafta Rising Star Award nominees have been revealed, showcasing the next generation of acting talent set to captivate audiences worldwide. This year's list features a diverse range of emerging stars, including British and American actors, who are poised to make their mark on the film industry.
Among the nominees are Miles Caton, Chase Infiniti, and Robert Aramayo. Caton, a 20-year-old New Yorker, is making waves with his role in 'Sinners', earning him a Critics' Choice Award for Best Young Actor and a Best Supporting Actor nomination at the Actor Awards. His early success is attributed to his musical background, having performed since childhood and even embarking on a global tour as a backing singer for H.E.R. at just 16.
Infiniti, a 25-year-old American actress, shines in 'One Battle After Another' as Willa, the fiercely independent daughter of a former revolutionary, opposite Leonardo DiCaprio. Her talent was previously recognized in 'Presumed Innocent', where she played Jaden Sabich, a role that brought her wider attention. Infiniti's journey to stardom began at Columbia College Chicago, where she honed her craft in theatre arts.
Aramayo, a 28-year-old from Hull, is nominated for his role in 'I Swear', a film based on the real-life experiences of John Davidson, who struggled with Tourette's syndrome in the 1980s. Aramayo's performance as a young man grappling with this condition has been hailed as his most challenging role to date. His career took off after graduating from the prestigious Juilliard School in New York in 2018, where he made his mark as a young Ned Stark in 'Game of Thrones'.
Also in the running is Archie Madekwe, who stars in 'Lurker' as an up-and-coming pop star being blackmailed by a superfan. Madekwe, a south London native, has also appeared in films like 'Saltburn' and 'Midsommar'. His journey to stardom began at the Brit School, a renowned training ground for UK talent, and he has also made early appearances in Channel 4 sitcoms.
Posy Sterling, a Manchester-born actress, is nominated for her role in 'Lollipop' as a single mother battling her own mother for custody of her children. Her raw and emotionally charged performance has already earned her the British Independent Film Award for Breakthrough Performance. This marks her first leading role in a feature film, but her talent has been steadily building through standout appearances in TV dramas.
The EE Rising Star Award is the only Bafta film prize to be voted for by the public, and the winner will be announced at the Bafta Film Awards ceremony in February. The ceremony, hosted by Alan Cumming, will be broadcast on BBC One and iPlayer, marking a significant moment for these rising stars as they celebrate their achievements and look forward to future success.
