Tuppence Middleton and Emma Thompson lead stars on the red carpet for the Evening Standard British Film Awards

A host of stars took to the red carpet to celebrate the best of British talent
Emma Powell7 February 2016
The Weekender

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The stars have gathered in the capital to celebrate the best of British acting talent at the London Evening Standard British Film Awards.

Tuppence Middleton and Emma Thompson joined a tour de force of talent on the red carpet at Television Centre in White City.

Thompson – who is shortlisted for an award – was accompanied by her daughter Gaia Wiseas she joined a host of stars as the ceremony kicked off on Sunday night.

Emilia Fox looked stunning as she arrived at the lavish bash, while Dad's Army actor Daniel Mays cut a dapper figure as he posed for photographers.

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Legendary film director Terry Gilliam graced the red carpet alongside playwright Alan Bennett who penned the recent film, The Lady in the Van.

Other attendees included Sol Campbell, Tom Courtenay, Sadie Frost, Ralf Little, Vanessa Redgrave and Rising Star contender Jake Davies.

Hosted by Simon Amstell the event will see Tuppence Middleton and Stanley Tucci join Dame Vanessa Redgrave and Matthew Perry to honour the night’s stars.

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