Hollywood stars pop in for early Bafta rehearsal

Hollywood talents took their seats early as Bafta bosses prepared yesterday for the biggest night in the British movie calendar.

Although they were not actually there in person, stars such as Jessica Chastain, Daniel Day-Lewis, and Anne Hathaway were being given some of the best positions in London’s Royal Opera House.

Organisers of the EE British Academy Film Awards — taking place on Sunday — were marking out the stars’ seats with photos on sticks ahead of the big night.