Discover the world’s best new films, series and immersive storytelling
The 69th BFI London Film Festival takes place from 8 to 19 October in London and around the UK.
69th BFI London Film Festival submissions are open
Submissions for the 69th BFI London Film Festival in partnership with American Express (October 2025) are now open.
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Screen Talks on BFI YouTube
Hear from leaders in contemporary cinema in this series of in-depth interviews.
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LFF Awards
A celebration of the most exciting, innovative new films and cinematic storytelling.
Explore our festival venues
Discover our fabulous partner venues around the UK and what films are available to enjoy outside London.
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Programme highlights from this year’s BFI London Film Festival industry programme.
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Festival news
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“People should have freedom to make the films they want to make”: Mike Leigh on rejection and the challenges for young filmmakers – LFF Screen Talk
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“I tried to make the viewer a witness of this process of deterioration”: Sara Fgaier on her amnesia drama Weightless
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Denis Villeneuve: “If I had done the sandworm sequence myself, I’d still be shooting today” – LFF Screen Talk
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With thanks to our generous sponsors, supporters, funders, partners, Auteurs Circle, Patrons, Members and volunteers for making it all possible.
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Festival brochure
Download our digital BFI London Film Festival 2024 brochure, compatible with most screen readers.
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Delegates enjoy access to a bespoke programme of screenings, in-person panels and talks, and networking socials.
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BFI Film Academy at LFF
Our selection of in-person events, online interviews, and films on BFI Player, as part of LFF 2024.
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