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One Man and His ShoesOne Man and His Shoes
Documentary202083 minsDirector: Yemi Bamiro
South Londoner Yemi Bamiro’s pacey, engrossing Michael Jordan documentary reveals the darker side of marketing trainers.
Totally Under ControlTotally Under Control
Documentary2020124 minsDirector: Alex Gibney
Academy Award®-winning filmmaker Alex Gibney details the Trump's administration's failed response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
SummerlandSummerland
Drama2018100 minsDirector: Jessica Swale
Gemma Arterton stars in acclaimed theatre director Jessica Swale’s moving Second World War drama, as a woman rediscovering her ability to love.
MonsoonMonsoon
Drama201885 minsDirector: Hong Khaou
Hong Khaou follows Lilting with this gorgeous drama that evokes the disorientation of returning to an unrecognisable homeland.
Body of WaterBody of Water
Drama202091 minsDirector: Lucy Brydon
Lucy Brydon’s powerful debut feature sensitively explores the impact of an eating disorder on a family.
Eternal BeautyEternal Beauty
Drama201994 minsDirector: Craig Roberts
Sally Hawkins gives a standout performance as a fragile young woman in Craig Roberts’ humane depiction of mental illness.
BFI London Film Festival Presents
A place to meet the world's top films and their creators, the BFI London Film Festival represents global cinema at its deep, diverse best.
Black Stories
Celebrating Black History Month we showcase black culture in film and TV, dive into a selection that flows deep and far.
Comedy Genius
Celebrating side-splitting cinema, from slapstick legends to today's anarchic voices.
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My Feral HeartMy Feral Heart
Drama201583 minsDirector: Jane Gull
A young man with Down's syndrome is forced into care after his mother dies, in this sensitive, poignant and naturalistic drama.
Rust and BoneRust and Bone
Drama2012123 minsDirector: Jacques Audiard
Rust and Bone is as punchy and abrasive as its title suggests – but intensely moving and surprisingly poetic too.
Lynn + LucyLynn + Lucy
Drama201988 minsDirector: Fyzal Boulifa
A lifelong friendship is tested by tragedy in this atmospheric and intense first feature from acclaimed British shorts director Fyzal Boulifa.
Varda by AgnèsVarda by Agnès
Biopic2018115 minsDirector: Agnès Varda
In her final film, Agnès Varda offers a personal insight into her oeuvre, using excerpts from her work to illustrate her unique artistic visions and ideas.
One Deadly SummerOne Deadly Summer
Crime1983134 minsDirector: Jean Becker
A summer of love turns into a dark tale of revenge. This compelling film by Jean Becker features a stunning Isabelle Adjani in one of her most extraordinary performances.
And Then We DancedAnd Then We Danced
Drama2019113 minsDirector: Levan Akin
Merab’s world is turned upside down by the arrival of a new dancer in this impassioned Cannes-nominated love story.
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BFI London Film Festival
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Black Stories
Celebrating Black History Month we showcase black culture in film and TV, dive into a selection that flows deep and far.
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Mark Kermode Online In 3D with Riz Ahmed, Aleem Khan, Joanna Scanlan, Tricia Tuttle and Ben WheatleyMark Kermode Online In 3D with Riz Ahmed, Aleem Khan, Joanna Scanlan, Tricia Tuttle and Ben Wheatley
Discussion programme202045 mins
Mark takes a look back at the 2020 BFI London Film Festival, speaking to Festival Director Tricia Tuttle about the challenges of this year and chatting to the creators of two of the Festival’s most talked about titles: Mogul Mowgli and After Love.
Passport to LlynPassport to Llyn
Amateur film19608 minsSilent Location: Porth Dinllaen
Snapshots of villages of the Llyn Peninsula and more extensive footage of Pwlhelli - its market and mart plus an early Father Christmas!
Michael and LiamMichael and Liam
Drama197851 mins
A suicidal teen and an openly gay youth strike up an unlikely rapport in a foster home
Mods & RockersMods & Rockers
Performance196527 mins Location: Twickenham
A mop-topped Mick Fleetwood bashes the drums and steals the show in this bizarre 1960s beat ballet music film.
Pond LifePond Life
Amateur film193413 mins
There's a whole world in a drop of water - take a closer look through a microscope.
Morris Minor ManufactureMorris Minor Manufacture
Industry sponsored film192921 minsSilent Location: Cowley
Minor classics roll off the production line at the end of a concerto of artisanal craftsmanship and innovative mechanisation.
Mark Kermode Online In 3D
Mark Kermode's hugely popular film discussion show is now available on BFI Player.
Black Britain on Film
Striking, illuminating and sometimes surprising images of black culture, community and characters, spanning over a century of British film and TV.
Keep Fit
Let’s get physical! With over a century of exercise on film, this collection offers some high intensity viewing.