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.
Luxury retailer Fortnum & Mason has teamed up with Disney to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Winnie the Pooh. The collaboration spans exclusive honey, hampers, homeware and a themed Afternoon Tea, bringing a little of the Hundred Acre Wood to Piccadilly. At the heart of the collection is what Fortnum’s describes as the world’s first…
Marshall has unveiled its first artist signature amplifier in more than a decade, partnering with Green Day frontman Billie Joe Armstrong to create the 1959BJA Artist Signature. Inspired by the guitarist’s Dookie-era sound, the new handwired valve head blends one of rock’s most recognisable guitar tones with the British amplifier maker’s classic 1959HW platform. The…
Imagine Back to the Future made with hidden cameras, improvised dialogue and a shoestring budget; Marty McFly and Doc Brown gatecrashing a Canadian indie comedy. That’s Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie. For those unfamiliar with its peculiar lineage, this isn’t a reboot, remake or spin-off but a direct continuation of a fictional universe…
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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.
Exclusive Fortnum & Mason Winnie the Pooh Hunny collection is too sweet to resist
Luxury retailer Fortnum & Mason has teamed up with Disney to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Winnie the Pooh. The collaboration spans exclusive honey, hampers, homeware and a themed Afternoon Tea, bringing a little of the Hundred Acre Wood to Piccadilly. At the heart of the collection is what Fortnum’s describes as the world’s first…
Marshall recreates Green Day ‘Dookie’ guitar tone in signature Billie Joe Armstrong amp
Marshall has unveiled its first artist signature amplifier in more than a decade, partnering with Green Day frontman Billie Joe Armstrong to create the 1959BJA Artist Signature. Inspired by the guitarist’s Dookie-era sound, the new handwired valve head blends one of rock’s most recognisable guitar tones with the British amplifier maker’s classic 1959HW platform. The…
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Imagine Back to the Future made with hidden cameras, improvised dialogue and a shoestring budget; Marty McFly and Doc Brown gatecrashing a Canadian indie comedy. That’s Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie. For those unfamiliar with its peculiar lineage, this isn’t a reboot, remake or spin-off but a direct continuation of a fictional universe…
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