The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) is facing scrutiny after an independent review revealed planning failures during the 79th BAFTA Film Awards held on February 22, 2023. The review, conducted by RISE Associates, focused on an incident involving producer John Davidson, which raised concerns about the academy's preparedness for unexpected situations during live broadcasts. The report identified several structural weaknesses in event planning and crisis management, noting that BAFTA had not adequately anticipated the impact of such incidents. In response, BAFTA issued a formal apology to the Black community and the disability community, acknowledging the distress caused by the incident. The organization also committed to improving its internal systems, including better escalation chains and enhanced coordination among production teams. The BBC, which aired the event, faced questions about its live broadcast handling and has also pledged to reform its production protocols. The controversy has continued to resonate within the industry, with Davidson expressing regret for any misunderstandings regarding his tics, which were not intentional. The incident has sparked discussions at other events, including the NAACP Image Awards, and even inspired a sketch on Saturday Night Live.