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Our springtime celebration of queer cinema at BFI Southbank.
The 40th anniversary edition of BFI Flare: London LGBTQIA+ Film Festival will run from 18 to 29 March 2026 at BFI Southbank.
About the 2026 festival
Find out about the festival, explore tickets and booking, learn about access at the festival and browse the digital brochure.
Tickets still available
Black Burns Fast
In Sandulela Asanda’s warm-hearted directorial debut, the arrival of new girl at nerdy Luthando’s prestigious South African boarding school prompts her sexual awakening.
Out Laws
Lexi Powner and James Lewis’ strident film chronicles the battle of one gay Namibian man to stand up for the rights of same-sex couples.
Madfabulous
Celyn Jones’ quirky period drama is based on the life of Henry Cyril Paget, the dancing Marquess of Anglesey, who stuck his nose up at societal norms.
Can’t Go Over It
Two queer best friends are forced to confront the gradual dissolution of their friendship when they go on an annual hiking trip.
TO DANCE IS TO RESIST
Two Ukrainian dancers seek life and artistic freedom following Russia’s invasion of their country.
Bearcave
In this gorgeously shot drama, a friendship between two girls soon reveals hidden depths.
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25 and Under
Get a free BFI 25 and Under account to get your hands on £6 tickets for BFI Flare 2026.
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BFI Membership
Become a BFI Member from £39 to enjoy priority festival booking as well as other great benefits all year round.
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Information on press and industry accreditation, pass benefits and this year’s industry programme.
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Sponsors and partners
To our wonderful sponsors, supporters, funders, partners, Auteurs Circle, Patrons, Members and volunteers for making it all possible.
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Screenings and events with access provision
Making BFI Flare: London LGBTQIA+ Film Festival as welcoming, inclusive and accessible as possible for everyone.
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2026 festival brochure
Download our digital festival brochure (PDF) for the 2026 edition of the festival.
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