At the 63rd BFI London Film Festival, five films directed by women signalled a new chapter for Korean cinema.
Sprawling programmes and a focus on new talent makes buying tickets a tough task. But it need not be.
By Anton Bitel
Away from the showpiece gala screenings, these are the films worth seeking out at this year’s LFF.
Céline Sciamma, Marielle Heller and Athina Rachel Tsangari are all heading to the capital this October.
The director’s upcoming crime drama is set for its international premiere on 13 October.
A crop of complex and fascinating female characters were at the heart of this year’s LFF.
A smalltown cop comes to terms with the death of his mother in Jim Cummings’ poignant study of grief.
Our pick of this year’s shorts programme, featuring rogue chickens and a shoegaze ode to Chantal Akerman.
By Anton Bitel
Personal recommendations to seek out during the upcoming edition of the UK’s biggest film event.
Stumped on what to book for this year’s festival? LWLies are on hand to help out.
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