Steven Spielberg 's political drama `` Lincoln '' leads Bafta nominations . Tom Hooper 's `` Les Miserables '' and Ang Lee 's `` Life of Pi '' also in contention . Daniel Day-Lewis is nominated for best actor for his role as U.S. president . Daniel Day-Lewis is nominated for best actor for his role as the U.S. president who led his country during the civil war and worked to end slavery . Comment:
Steven Spielberg 's political drama `` Lincoln '' leads Bafta nominations . Tom Hooper 's `` Les Miserables '' and Ang Lee 's `` Life of Pi '' also in contention . Daniel Day-Lewis is nominated for best actor for his role as U.S. president . Comment: