BFF25: British Brilliance - Gandhi (1982)

Winner of eight Academy Awards®, this epic and acclaimed biographical drama presents major events in the life of Mohandas Gandhi (Ben Kingsley in a career-defining performance), the beloved Indian leader who stood against British rule over his country.

After he returns to India from South Africa, lawyer Mohandas Gandhi launches a campaign of protest against Britain's oppressive colonial rule. Dedicated to the concept of non-violent resistance, Gandhi is initially dismissed by English officials, including the influential Lord Irwin (John Gielgud). However, eventually he and his cause become internationally renowned, and his gatherings of passive protest move India towards independence.

Director: Richard Attenborough 
Cast: Ben Kingsley, John Gielgud, Rohini Hattangadi 

WINNER x8 - Best Picture, Best Actor, Best Director, Best Writing: Screenplay Written Directly for the Screen, Best Cinematography, Best Art Direction-Set Decoration, Best Costume Design, Best Film Editing, Academy Awards® 1983

WINNER x5 - Best Foreign Film, Best Director - Motion Picture, Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama, Best Screenplay - Motion Picture, New Star of the Year in a Motion Picture – Male, Golden Globes 1983

WINNER x5 - Best Film, Best Actor, Best Direction, Best Supporting Actress, Most Outstanding Newcomer to Leading Film Roles, BAFTA Awards 1983