Gala

Pillion

A shy young man finds his place in the world as the submissive to a handsome biker, in Harry Lighton’s charming, sexy and tender debut.

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Credits

  • Director-screenwriter

    Harry Lighton

  • With

    Harry Melling, Alexander Skarsgård, Lesley Sharp, Douglas Hodge

  • UK 2025. 106min

  • Courtesy of

    Picturehouse Entertainment

  • Language

    English

  • Certificate

    LFF18

Access information

Audio description:
Saturday 18 October 21:00
Sunday 19 October 20:35

Descriptive subtitles:
Sunday 19 October 12:00
Sunday 19 October 20:35

Intro / Q&A BSL interpreted:
Sunday 19 October 12:00
Sunday 19 October 20:35

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Introduction

Colin is a quiet, unassuming man with supportive parents whose world is rocked when he enters a dom-sub relationship with towering, attractive biker Ray. Navigating his new role, he learns about its pleasures and pains, including those that come with love, and in the process understanding his own boundaries. Sensitively directed, with captivating performances, this is a moving and surprisingly funny film that you will gladly submit to.

Diana Cipriano

Content warning

Contains scenes of nudity and sex.

How to book

Tickets start from £10 for all screenings and events in London, with concessions available for many screenings. Booking information and ticket prices.

If you’re aged 16 to 25, sign up for free to BFI 25 and Under for a chance to get £6 tickets to all screenings and events (subject to availability).

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More tickets may become available for these screenings before and during the festival. Find out about extra ticket releases and standby queues.

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