Colin Farrell, Ralph Fiennes, & Keira Knightley Lead British Film Awards 10/28/08

Colin Farrell, Ralph Fiennes and Keira Knightley are leading the nominations for this year's (08) British Independent Film Awards.

IRA prison drama Hunger and black comedy In Bruges are top of the awards list with seven nominations apiece.

Farrell has been nominated for the best actor prize alongside his In Bruges co-star Brendan Gleeson.

Fiennes received two nominations in the best supporting actor category for his performances in The Duchess and In Bruges.

Knightley received a nod for best actress for The Duchess, while her Edge of Love co-star Sienna Miller is competing in the best supporting actress category.

The Queen star Michael Sheen will also be honored for his career achievements at next month's (Nov08) ceremony in London. The actor will be handed the Variety Award for bringing global recognition to the British film industry on 30 November (08).