BFI Southbank

Four screens open seven days a week for the widest choice of great films.

 
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Seasons

Curated collections of film and TV by genre, theme, actor or director.

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Previews and events

Talent Q&As, special events and a chance to catch the latest film and TV before anyone else.

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London Short Film Festival 2024

Delivering the best in short form, from 19 to 28 January 2024.

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The Breadwinner + Q&A with Nora Twomey

This exceptional animated film about a girl’s struggles in Afghanistan is based on the bestselling novel by Deborah Ellis.

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Surprise Film + intro by season curator Jane Giles

The Scala had a history of programming untitled surprises... Dare you take a chance?

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New releases

The best new cinema for you to enjoy.

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Re-releases

A selection of key classics – many newly restored.

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Big screen classics

The timeless films we urge you to see.

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Families

Ideal screenings for ages 4 to 12.

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Regular programme

Explore our regular programme of world cinema, archive and experimental film.

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Plan your visit

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Sight and Sound

Subscribe in print or digitally to the BFI’s renowned film magazine.

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BFI on YouTube

Enjoy exclusive Q&As and access to one of the world's best moving-picture archives.

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