BFI Distribution is thrilled to announce the release of the highly anticipated British folk horror film, “Starve Acre,” in UK and Irish cinemas on 6 September 2024....
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The film industry is constantly evolving, with new talent emerging and pushing boundaries in storytelling and creativity. To support these emerging filmmakers and nurture their projects, the...
Writer-director Alex Garland visits BFI IMAX to talk about his explosive blockbuster, which explores social breakdown and internecine strife across the US. As we reach a critical...
When it comes to film viewing, most people seek comfort in movies that offer escapism and a soothing experience. However, there is another side to cinema that...
Billy Connolly, commonly known as “The Big Yin,” is an iconic figure in the world of comedy. His unique blend of humor, charm, and wit has endeared...
Exclusively in UK Cinemas May 9, 2024 Cast and filmmakers from “Kingdom of the Apes,” including stars Owen Teague, Freya Allan, Kevin Durand, director/producer Wes Ball, and...
Welcome to our in-depth exploration of “Hidden City,” a captivating film directed by Stephen Poliakoff. Released in 1987, this stylish thriller takes viewers on a mysterious journey...
The British Film Institute (BFI) has recently unveiled its highly anticipated programme for June and July 2024 at BFI Southbank and BFI IMAX. Film enthusiasts and cinema-goers...
Animation has become an increasingly popular and influential medium in the world of filmmaking. Recognizing its importance as an art form, the British Film Institute (BFI) has...
The British Film Institute (BFI) has announced a significant investment of £900,000 to establish a BFI Skills Cluster in Wales. This initiative, known as the ‘One Stop...
The creator and writer of This Town, alongside cast and crew from the new drama, visit BFI Southbank. This Town is a new series from Peaky Blinders...
BFI National Lottery Innovation Challenge Fund: Supporting the UK Screen Sector The BFI National Lottery Innovation Challenge Fund has recently opened its first call for projects, aiming...
Diane Morgan, director, writer and star of the hit BBC comedy series Mandy, visits BFI Southbank to talk about the new series. The nation’s hero of the...
The BFI Film Audience Network (FAN) has announced new initiatives and programs to further enhance the exhibition sector in the UK. With a focus on investing in...
The BFI’s marketing team discuss their work in promoting BFI Southbank’s programme. Sebastian Stern, Marketing Manager at the BFI, and Darren Wood, Head of Brand and Content,...
BFI and Film Industry Welcome Landmark Move With Increased Expenditure Credit to Support UK Film
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The British Film Institute (BFI) and the film industry are celebrating a significant move by the UK government to support the country’s film productions. The introduction of...
The British Council and BFI Flare: London LGBTQIA+ Film Festival are celebrating a milestone – the 10th edition of Five Films for Freedom. This groundbreaking initiative presents...
The BFI London Film Festival, in partnership with American Express, is set to captivate audiences once again as it presents the 68th edition of this prestigious event....
Inspired by the fly-on-the-wall style of DA Pennebaker’s Bob Dylan documentary Don’t Look Back, director Murray Grigor and cinematographer David Peat present Connolly at his beguiling best,...
The British Film Institute (BFI) has recently unveiled its highly anticipated programme for Spring 2024, taking place at the iconic BFI Southbank and BFI IMAX. Film enthusiasts...
The BFI Fellowship recipient and internationally acclaimed filmmaker discusses his hugely successful two-decade career, including Oppenheimer, the Batman trilogy, Inception and Memento. In a remarkable 25-year career...
BFI Flare: London LGBTQIA+ Film Festival, one of the world’s most significant and long-standing queer film events, is back for its 38th edition. Taking place from 13th...
The UK Global Screen Fund, launched in April 2021, has been instrumental in promoting and supporting independent UK feature films on the international stage. This fund, financed...
The BFI Flare: London LGBTQIA+ Film Festival is an annual event that celebrates the vibrant and diverse queer cinema. As the UK’s longest-running queer film festival, BFI...
Academy Award-nominated actor and filmmaker Bradley Cooper joins us to discuss his career, including his latest work Maestro. A nine-time Oscar and BAFTA nominee, Bradley Cooper has...
Are you an aspiring director? Screenwriter? Actor? Then you need to know all about film agents, who they are, what they do and why they are vital...
BFI Announces David Hamilton as Executive Director of Engagement, Marketing, and Communications
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The British Film Institute (BFI) has recently made an exciting announcement regarding the appointment of David Hamilton as the new Executive Director of Engagement, Marketing, and Communications....
The 38th edition of the BFI Flare: London LGBTQIA+ Film Festival is set to take place from 13th to 24th March at BFI Southbank and on BFI...
The BFI (British Film Institute) has unveiled its exciting programme for March 2024 at BFI Southbank and BFI IMAX. This month promises a diverse range of events,...
The British Film Institute (BFI) has recently announced the launch of the Good Work Programme for Screen, a new initiative aimed at addressing long-standing issues within the...
The UK’s largest festival for young, emerging filmmakers, the BFI Future Film Festival 2024, is set to take place from 15th to 18th February. This highly anticipated...
The British Film Institute (BFI) and the Department for Culture, Media, and Sport (DCMS) have announced a significant investment of over £3.3 million into the UK’s independent...
The BFI Future Film Festival 2024 is set to take place from 15th to 18th February, showcasing the talents of aspiring filmmakers aged 16-25. This year’s festival...
Barbie actors Ryan Gosling and America Ferrera visit the BFI Southbank to share their experiences of working on writer-director Greta Gerwig’s wholly original film. Hear how Gosling...
In an exciting turn of events, Jay Hunt has been appointed as the new Chair of the British Film Institute (BFI) by the Secretary of State. With...
Sofia Coppola visits the BFI Southbank to talk to director Richard Curtis about her career, including her latest film Priscilla and new book Sofia Coppola Archive. From...
The British Film Institute (BFI) has announced an exciting lineup of events and screenings for February 2024 at BFI Southbank. From special appearances by renowned directors and...
The BFI National Archive, located at the BFI National Archive Conservation Centre, is a treasure trove of film and screen heritage. Thanks to a grant from The...
Sight and Sound, the esteemed international film magazine of the British Film Institute (BFI), has just announced the results of its highly anticipated Best Films of the...