Thematic strands

Our Opening and Closing Night Films and Special Presentation.

Films about love, romance and friendship.

Stories of sex, identity and transformation.

Reflections on art, politics and community.

Queer classics from across the decades.

Four of the best queer films from the past year.

Join us on Sunday 29 March for a second chance to catch a selection of BFI Flare 2026 films.

Events

From panel discussions to epic DJ nights.

Documentaries at the 2026 BFI Flare: London LGBTQIA+ Film Festival.

British feature films at the 2026 BFI Flare: London LGBTQIA+ Film Festival.