Queering Powell + Pressburger

A discussion of the impact of Powell and Pressburger’s work on queer culture.

We are delighted to announce that Zorian Clayton (Curator of Prints at V&A and BFI Flare Programmer), Sarah Street (Professor of Film at University of Bristol) and Emma Smart (Director of Collections, Learning & Engagement at BFI) will join this discussion hosted by Andrew Moor (Reader in Cinema History at Manchester Metropolitan University).

  • Total running time 100min

A panel discussion exploring the special resonances Powell and Pressburger’s films have for queer cultures today. With the theatrical high style of The Red Shoes and The Tales of Hoffmann, queer performers like Anton Walbrook, Eric Portman and Judith Furse, and a host of trembling same-sex relationships, straight desires rarely run smooth in these films, and a remarkably queer frisson is in the air.

Tickets £6.50

Joint ticket available with the screening of The Tales of Hoffmann + intro on Tuesday 12 December 20:20 NFT3 £14, concessions £11 (non-Members pay £2 more). Book in person at the box office or by phone on 020 7928 3232.