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Film in Print

A weekend chock-full of author talks, book signings and panel discussions, celebrating the art of writing about film.

Returning to LFF for Free for its second year, now in its new home at the BFI Reuben Library, Film in Print is a celebration of writing about film – from the ever-thriving world of magazines to the rise of new authors whose books are filling shelves around the country.

Across a whole weekend of conversations and discussions, Film in Print shines the spotlight on this vital corner of the industry: hearing from the key players both on the page and behind the scenes, examining the trends and topics found between the covers, and lifting the lid on the art and craft of writing about cinema.

Around the World of Animation

Michael Leader and Jake Cunningham, the authors and podcasters behind Ghibliotheque, return to LFF for Free to unveil their globe-trotting new book, The Animation Atlas.

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The Art of Conversation

A discussion with a panel of expert journalists who specialise in interviewing the stars, filmmakers and creatives behind our favourite films.

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Author on Author: Kim Newman and Anna Bogutskaya in Conversation

Two leading film experts share their experiences and insights from the frontline of film criticism.

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A Critical Eye: Justin Chang in conversation

The Pulitzer Prize-winning writer and contributor to The New Yorker and NPR’s Fresh Air discusses his career in film criticism.

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The Director’s Chair

Delve into the filmographies of iconic filmmakers, with a panel of authors and film critics.

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Long Live Film Mags! Editors Roundtable

Celebrating our greatest film magazines, with insights from the editors in charge.

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Saluting the Silver Screen

Join critic and author Jane Crowther to learn about the world’s most spectacular cinemas, from Hollywood to Hong Kong.

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The Work and World of David Lynch

Author Tom Huddleston takes us behind the red curtain to explore the late, great filmmaker’s eclectic output and wide range of cultural influences.

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