Aftersun starring Paul Mescal wins big at British Independent Film Awards

Paul Mescal attending the British Independent Film Awards ceremony at Old Billingsgate in east London (Ian West/PA)

Paul Mescal attending the British Independent Film Awards ceremony at Old Billingsgate in east London (Ian West/PA)

Sun, 04 Dec, 2022 - 22:46
Alex Green, PA Acting Deputy Entertainment Editor

Aftersun starring Irish actor Paul Mescal was the big winner at the 25th British Independent Film Awards, scooping seven prizes including best British independent film.

The critically acclaimed drama follows Calum, played by Normal People star Mescal, and his daughter Sophie, played by newcomer Frankie Corio, during a holiday in Turkey.

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