In a night filled with expected outcomes, the BAFTA Awards made headlines with a surprising victory for Orion/Amazon MGM Studios/Curson's 'American Fiction,' which won in the Adapted Screenplay category. The film, despite having just a single nomination, managed to secure a win over several other notable contenders at the prestigious award ceremony.

'American Fiction,' a theatrical play that has yet to have a streaming run announced for Amazon, defied the odds and emerged victorious in a field with hefty competition. The win was particularly remarkable given the film's focus on the Black experience, an area that has not always been richly rewarded at the BAFTAs.

First-time screenwriter/director Cord Jefferson expressed astonishment at the win, admitting that he hadn't even prepared a speech due to the perceived slim chances of victory. The unexpected triumph has generated buzz and positioned 'American Fiction' as a strong contender in the corresponding category at the upcoming Oscars.

While 'Oppenheimer' continued its winning streak with a slew of accolades at the BAFTAs, including the prestigious Best Picture award, other major streaming platforms such as Netflix and Apple Original Films faced disappointing shutouts despite multiple nominations. The night also saw notable victories for performers like Cillian Murphy and films like 'Poor Things.'

As the industry gears up for the Oscars, the BAFTA Awards have set the stage for what promises to be a competitive and closely watched awards season. With 'American Fiction' breaking through as a surprise winner, all eyes are now on how the momentum from the BAFTAs will influence the upcoming Academy Awards.