October 10th 2024.
The BFI London Film Festival for 2024 is just around the corner and film fanatics are buzzing with excitement. This annual event is known for its explosive premieres and indie gems, and this year is no different. Here's a rundown of some of the most talked-about films that will be featured.
Already, the festival has seen some of the most highly-anticipated films from other festivals make their way to London. Not only will it showcase impressive European premieres, but also under-the-radar A-list movies like Jonathan Groff's "A Nice Indian Boy" and Barry Keoghan's "Bird." It's also a stop on the victory lap for award-winners such as "The Room Next Door," which received the Venice Golden Lion.
For film lovers, this is a special time to get a sneak peek at the best of the best and discover hidden gems. So without further ado, here are eight must-see movies at the BFI London Film Festival 2024.
"Blitz" is the headline movie of the festival, directed by Steve McQueen and starring four-time Oscar nominee Saoirse Ronan. This World War Two film follows the journey of a mother and her son as they try to reunite during the London Blitz. After its world premiere, "Blitz" will hit UK cinemas on November 1.
"Anora" is a rom-com from acclaimed indie filmmaker Sean Baker that tells the story of a sex worker and the son of a Russian oligarch. The film won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival and will be released in UK cinemas on November 1.
For Bollywood lovers, "Superboys of Malegaon" is a heartwarming film about a group of aspiring filmmakers from a poor town who gain national attention with their parody films. This feel-good drama explores friendship, the joy of cinema, and the power of communal goals.
"Joy" is an upcoming Netflix feature about three British doctors who worked tirelessly to make in vitro fertilization possible. Starring Thomasin McKenzie, James Norton, and Bill Nighy, this inspiring true story will be released on Netflix on November 22.
"Bring Them Down" is Barry Keoghan's next feature film, where he stars alongside Christopher Abbott in a rivalry between two Irish families. This is Keoghan's latest project after his standout performances in "The Banshees of Inisherin" and "Saltburn."
"The Balconettes" is the directorial debut of Noémie Merlant, who also stars in the film alongside Ruby, Élise, and Nicole. Set in Marseilles during a heatwave, this "gloriously gory and funny" feminist feature follows the accidental killing of a man and the women's attempts to hide the body.
"We Live In Time" is the highly anticipated romance starring Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh, released just in time for the festival. It follows the relationship between an up-and-coming chef and a divorcee over the course of a decade, guaranteed to bring on the tears.
Last but not least, "The Piano Lesson" is a Netflix release directed by Malcolm Washington and featuring an all-star cast including Samuel L. Jackson, John David Washington, and Danielle Deadwyler. Set in 1936 Pittsburgh, this film tells the story of the Charles family and their enslaved ancestor's carvings on their family piano.
The London Film Festival, put on by the British Film Institute, will be held in various venues across the city from October 9 to October 20. There is no dress code, but attendees can always choose to go glam for special screenings. Anyone can attend the festival by booking tickets on the website. So mark your calendars and get ready for a week of cinematic magic in London!
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