As the Bafta host, Joanna Lumley, said in her introduction: “What a masterstroke to have called it The Favourite.”

The comedy-drama set in the court of Queen Anne romped home with the lion’s share of the awards, including outstanding British film, original screenplay, leading actress for Olivia Colman and best supporting actress for Rachel Weisz.

“We’re having an amazing night, aren’t we?” Colman beamed as she accepted her award. “We’re going to get so p—– later!”

The Favourite won seven awards…