Accessible screenings

We are committed to making the festival as welcoming, inclusive, and accessible as possible for everyone. We offer a number of accessible screenings, Q&As and events, and will endeavor to meet your access needs.

Accessible cinema screenings, talks and events

Descriptive subtitles (DS)

On-screen subtitles that include descriptions of non-dialogue audio

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BSL

British Sign Language (BSL) interpreted introductions, Q&As, and events – seats are allocated to ensure a good view of the interpreter.

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Audio description (AD)

Audio narration including descriptions of key visual elements of the film – headphones available on request.

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Closed Captions (CC) via WatchWord smart glasses

Screenings with subtitles that include descriptions of non-dialogue audio via WatchWord smart glasses.

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Live captioning

Live captioned introductions, Q&As, and events.

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Relaxed cinema screenings

Relaxed screenings for neurodivergent audiences, others that would appreciate that environment, and their companions and assistants.

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Accessible short films on BFI Player

All English language LFF 2025 short films that are available on BFI Player will be made accessible with:

Closed caption (CC): Subtitles, including descriptions of non-dialogue audio.

Audio description (AD): Audio narration including verbal descriptions of key visual elements of the film.

Subtitled screenings

You might also be interested in our subtitled screenings – these screenings include English subtitles throughout.

Further access information

Find out more about access at the festival, booking access tickets and our accessible digital brochure.