Lights, camera, accolades! The 67th BFI London Film Festival has drawn its curtains, and the best of the best duly recognised.
The competition sections showcased an eclectic blend of creativity from around the world, delving into a wide array of themes, including a community’s struggle to protect its values, siblings embracing the chaos of independence, an intimate journey of a filmmaker with her mother, and a poetic exploration of queer life in Nigeria.
Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s Evil Does Not Exist bagged the Best Film Award in the Official Competition. This drama takes us to the peaceful village of Mizubiki, where the arrival of a camping site development threatens the tranquillity of the community and its surrounding environment. The film is a microcosm of broader issues, exploring the clash of values and the fight for survival.
In the First Feature Competition, the Sutherland Award went to Paradise Is Burning (pictured top), directed by Mika Gustafson. The film showcases the spirited journey of siblings, Laura, Mira, and Steffi, navigating the pleasures and challenges of life when they’re left ‘home alone.’
The absence of their mother since Christmas leads them to find joy in their newfound freedom and a slew of forbidden adventures. Each sibling stands on the precipice of something new, with their futures hanging in the balance.
Lina Soualem’s documentary Bye Bye Tiberias secured the Grierson Award in the Documentary Competition. This deeply personal and joyous exploration takes a heartfelt look at Lina Soualem’s relationship with her mother, the acclaimed actor Hiam Abbass.
The documentary captures Abbass’ return to her hometown, Tiberias, after years of absence.
The Short Film Award went to The Archive: Queer Nigerians, a visually stunning and poetic documentary by Simisolaoluwa Akande. The director expressed immense gratitude for the award. She emphasised the film’s role in preserving vital narratives and the power of film in remembering marginalised voices.
Festival fun continues with the Audience Awards. Movie lovers can vote for their favourite works in various categories: Best Feature, Best Documentary, Best British Film or Work, and Best XR. Voting is open on the BFI website until October 19.
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The Young Vic Theatre has unveiled its 2026/27 season, with the headline attraction a new stage musical of Thelma & Louise; this bold reimagining of the 1991 road-movie classic opens the Main House season in September. The musical adaptation stars Amy Lennox as Thelma and Rachel Tucker as Louise. More than three decades after the…
Actor Karen Gillan has been unveiled as The Muse for Scotch whiskymaker Compass Box, gracing the label art for the company’s 2026 Hedonism release. A fan favourite in blockbuster franchises such as Doctor Who (Amy Pond), Guardians of the Galaxy (Nebula) and Jumanji (Ruby Roundhouse), Gillan has become one of Scotland’s most recognisable international celebrities. …
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Lights, camera, accolades! The 67th BFI London Film Festival has drawn its curtains, and the best of the best duly recognised.
The competition sections showcased an eclectic blend of creativity from around the world, delving into a wide array of themes, including a community’s struggle to protect its values, siblings embracing the chaos of independence, an intimate journey of a filmmaker with her mother, and a poetic exploration of queer life in Nigeria.
Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s Evil Does Not Exist bagged the Best Film Award in the Official Competition. This drama takes us to the peaceful village of Mizubiki, where the arrival of a camping site development threatens the tranquillity of the community and its surrounding environment. The film is a microcosm of broader issues, exploring the clash of values and the fight for survival.
In the First Feature Competition, the Sutherland Award went to Paradise Is Burning (pictured top), directed by Mika Gustafson. The film showcases the spirited journey of siblings, Laura, Mira, and Steffi, navigating the pleasures and challenges of life when they’re left ‘home alone.’
The absence of their mother since Christmas leads them to find joy in their newfound freedom and a slew of forbidden adventures. Each sibling stands on the precipice of something new, with their futures hanging in the balance.
Lina Soualem’s documentary Bye Bye Tiberias secured the Grierson Award in the Documentary Competition. This deeply personal and joyous exploration takes a heartfelt look at Lina Soualem’s relationship with her mother, the acclaimed actor Hiam Abbass.
The documentary captures Abbass’ return to her hometown, Tiberias, after years of absence.
The Short Film Award went to The Archive: Queer Nigerians, a visually stunning and poetic documentary by Simisolaoluwa Akande. The director expressed immense gratitude for the award. She emphasised the film’s role in preserving vital narratives and the power of film in remembering marginalised voices.
Festival fun continues with the Audience Awards. Movie lovers can vote for their favourite works in various categories: Best Feature, Best Documentary, Best British Film or Work, and Best XR. Voting is open on the BFI website until October 19.
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Sony has lifted the curtain on a new generation of premium televisions, introducing the True RGB powered BRAVIA 9 II and BRAVIA 7 II screens in sizes that range from 50- to 115-inches. The sets usher in a new era of screen technology for the brand, using independently controlled red, green and blue LEDs to…
Young Vic 2026/27 season driven by Thelma & Louise stage musical world premiere
The Young Vic Theatre has unveiled its 2026/27 season, with the headline attraction a new stage musical of Thelma & Louise; this bold reimagining of the 1991 road-movie classic opens the Main House season in September. The musical adaptation stars Amy Lennox as Thelma and Rachel Tucker as Louise. More than three decades after the…
Karen Gillan fronts Compass Box Hedonism 2026 limited edition Scotch whisky
Actor Karen Gillan has been unveiled as The Muse for Scotch whiskymaker Compass Box, gracing the label art for the company’s 2026 Hedonism release. A fan favourite in blockbuster franchises such as Doctor Who (Amy Pond), Guardians of the Galaxy (Nebula) and Jumanji (Ruby Roundhouse), Gillan has become one of Scotland’s most recognisable international celebrities. …
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