British Film Institute (BFI)

Emmy-nominated comedian, actor and writer Bowen Yang joined us at BFI Flare this week for a Screen Talk, hosted by fellow comedian Matt Rogers, to discuss his career to date, including his latest role in Andrew Ahn’s The Wedding Banquet. Photos: Getty Images

We’re thrilled to be an official partner of British Film Institute (BFI) Flare: London LGBTQIA+ Film Festival! 🎬   As the festival lights up BFI Southbank, we’re proud to support this incredible celebration of LGBTQIA+ cinema and culture. From thought-provoking documentaries to powerful features and shorts, BFI Flare showcases diverse voices and stories from around the world.   Explore the full programme here: https://lnkd.in/e-vs56Nt 📸: Millie Turner    #SeaContainersLondon #BFI #BFIFlare #LGBTQFilm #SouthBankLondon #britishfilminstitute

'Work hard at finding collaborators that you enjoy working with, that understand your ideas and the kinds of films you want to make' BFI NETWORK alumni, writer-director Laura Carreira and producer Jack Thomas-O'Brien on breaking into film and collaborating on political debut On Falling. Last year's Sutherland Award winner, is a rage against the capitalist machine, and now showing in cinemas across the UK. On Falling is proudly #BFIBacked with #NationalLottery funding. Conic SIXTEEN FILMS LIMITED

After tragedy strikes in the delivery room at a hospital in Eastern Georgia, the methods and morals of a skilled obstetrician come under scrutiny amid rumours that she is performing illegal at-home abortions. Dea Kulumbegashvili's April is in UK/Irish cinemas from 25 April.

Powering down for Earth Hour. 🌍 This Saturday at 8:30pm, we're joining the global Earth Hour switch off in collaboration with WWF, powering down some of our screens including Piccadilly Lights, BFI IMAX and our Westfield portfolio. #EarthHour // British Film Institute (BFI) // Piccadilly Lights // Westfield Read more, in MoreAboutAdvertising Ad of the Week: https://lnkd.in/ewzdUy42

'Over the years, I’ve come to the conclusion that what we call civilisation and culture is more or less queer' Producer James Schamus tells about his two versions of The Wedding Banquet, made 32 years apart, and the changing landscape of LGBTQIA+ cinema in between.

We’re thrilled to support this year’s TNB XPO, a 5-day hybrid programme showcasing Black excellence and encouraging increased diversity within the screen and creative industries, taking place 24-27 March (Rich Mix) and 28 March (online). Look out for the below events on 27 March: Keynotes and Roundtable Speakers: Sam Ampah (Alliotts Accountants), Laurence Jones (Jamaica Promotions Corporation), Attica A. Dakhil and Chris Filip (BFI UK Global Screen Fund), Anna Mansi (BFI Certifications Unit) – These keynotes explore co-production and international collaboration, understanding how to utilise UK Tax Credits and how co-treaties can help filmmakers reach out to global creatives and work across the world. International Markets Panel Speakers: Melanie Hoyes (BFI Inclusion), Briony Hanson (British Council), Chee Cheung (Sovereign Films/ActionXtreme), Kemi Lala Akindoju (Make It Happen Productions) – Learn about the various schemes and programmes designed to help filmmakers access international festival markets and gain valuable exposure. BFI Filmmaking Fund, Support Beyond Financing Speakers: Morgana Melvin and Vicki Brown (BFI Filmmaking Fund) – Learn about the additional support and guidance filmmaking teams receive from development through to release. Find out how prioritising sales and distribution, wellbeing and progressing underrepresented crew seeks to ensure the films positively progress careers and have an impact with the market. BFI NETWORK Short Showcase presented by Film London Check out the full programme and get your free tickets today. https://theb.fi/4kFNYJK The New Black Film Collective #TNBXPO2025 #ScreenToBeSeen

In 2026, #BFIFlare: London LGBTQIA+ Film Festival celebrates its 40th birthday! To mark the occasion, we want to hear stories from the BFI Flare community - whether you've been coming for decades or have only recently discovered the Festival, have had your film screen at the Festival or been part of it in any other way. Share your memories https://theb.fi/4iCEzAP

Tom Cruise is to be honoured with our highest honour, a BFI Fellowship. The BFI Fellowship will be bestowed in May 2025, in recognition of his extraordinary acting and producing career, huge contribution to the UK film industry and long-standing support for the cinematic experience. Cruise will also be joining us for an in conversation at BFI Southbank to discuss his approach to making awe-inspiring films and his work as a producer. The celebrations will continue throughout May as we host a season of 27 films featuring Cruise at BFI Southbank and BFI IMAX. Details of the programme and public events will be announced soon. Read more https://theb.fi/421kFcf

Lily Gladstone, Bowen Yang, Kelly Marie Tran, Han Gi-chan, Joan Chen and Bobo Le joined director Andrew Ahn and co-writer/co-producer James Schamus last night for the #BFIFlare Opening Night Gala, The Wedding Banquet. BFI Flare: London LGBTQIA+ Film Festival runs until Sun 30 Mar at BFI Southbank. Photos by Millie Turner