BAFTA nominee Jessie Buckley defends the film for its depiction of a mother abandoning her children

Nominated for Best Actress for a Supporting Role in a Drama revolves around a mother who is faced with the guilt of abandoning her children as she struggles to adapt. parenting

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BAFTA nominee Jessie Buckley said playing a struggling mother in The Lost Daughter helped her redefine motherhood.

The 32-year-old actress plays a younger version of Olivia Coleman’s character Leda in the BAFTA and Academy Award-nominated film, which explores the character’s struggles adjusting to being a mother and briefly abandoned her child.

The suspenseful film was praised and applauded by critics for showing a side of motherhood that some might find difficult – a fact that hasn’t been lost for movie star Jessie. .

Reflecting on her own upbringing, the actress said it is important that unexpected stories of motherhood are presented on screen.

Jessie told Refinery29: “I am the eldest of 5 years old, my mother has four girls and a boy – and as she watched the movie, I felt her breathe a sigh of relief and feel like part of a shared experience that had never really been. mentioned here.

“I am proud to be your daughter and speak this truth.

“It’s the secret of complexity, chaos, brilliance, and what it’s like to struggle to be a real woman, lover, and daughter.”

She added: “Maybe what we consider to be a good mom isn’t necessarily a stay-at-home mom, or a mom who’s always there to pick you up every day on time.”

Jessie was nominated in the category of Best Actress in a Supporting Role for the awards ceremony and will battle Caitriona Balfe, Ariana DeBose, Ann Dowd, Aunjanue Ellis and Ruth Negga for the award.

Sunday night’s event is expected to be lower than usual as it comes amid fears that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has sparked a humanitarian crisis in Europe.

The showrunners warned the stars in attendance to avoid outlandish outfits and expected the event to have a quieter tone.

A source told The Sun on Sunday: “Several senior showbiz staff have advised stars to dress modestly, amid concerns that attention-catching dresses and suits will appear upset by the Ukraine conflict.

“The last thing they want is something like Lady Gaga’s infamous meat dress or anything too controversial.”

Meanwhile, organizers are said to be “disappointed” after Prince William confirmed he would not attend this year’s event amid the crisis in Ukraine.

A source told the Mirror: “Prince William has always been a huge draw, especially since this is his first year directly back from the pandemic.”

They added: “But BAFTA has been informed that diary constraints have prevented him from attending in person this year. It’s regrettable and everyone is very disappointed.”

The prince is said to have pre-recorded a message that will be included in the course of the evening’s events.

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