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Into the Unknown

Here’s a collection of funny, sweet and strange shorts for the natural contrarian.

After watching the films in this programme, check out an exclusive Q&A with the filmmakers (available in the Extras tab on the film pages).

Watch the BFI Flare 2021 short films for free at any time 17-28 March on BFI Player wherever you are in the UK.

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Drama 2021 13 mins

Lily is stuck in a state of ennui, until Death comes along in the form of a beautiful woman and entices her to live.

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Drama 2020 19 mins

Figuring out you have feelings for your best friend is half the battle.

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Drama 2020 17 mins

Stranded at a remote beach, friends Delphine and Chantal lay their feelings bare to each other.

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Drama 2019 4 mins

Sometimes love just isn’t enough to hold two people together.

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Drama 2020 13 mins

Mixing drink, drugs and a friendship on eggshells was always going to be an explosive mix in this bittersweet British mini drama.

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Drama 2020 18 mins

Virginia McKenna and Miriam Margoles star as former Land Army Girls who reconnect in their twilight years.

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