BFI Film Fund

Out of Darkness Out of Darkness 5.5 1h 27min
Out of Darkness
IMDb: 5.5
1h 27min

In the prehistoric era, a diverse group of early humans unite in their quest for a new homeland. However, their journey takes a perilous turn when they begin to believe…

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The Real Charlie Chaplin The Real Charlie Chaplin 7.3 1h 54min
The Real Charlie Chaplin
IMDb: 7.3
1h 54min

This film offers an exploration of Charlie Chaplin’s life and career, using his own words. It includes a comprehensive interview he conducted with Life magazine in 1966.

Censor Censor 6.0 1h 24min
Censor
IMDb: 6
1h 24min

Set in the 1980s, this psychological horror film follows Enid, a film censor who becomes obsessed with a mysterious video that eerily mirrors her own traumatic past. As she delves…

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Undergods Undergods 5.4 1h 32min
Undergods
IMDb: 5.4
1h 32min

Set in a dystopian future, this film weaves together a series of darkly surreal tales that explore themes of societal decay and human despair. The narrative unfolds through interconnected stories,…

Saint Maud Saint Maud 6.7 1h 25min
Saint Maud
IMDb: 6.7
1h 25min

In this psychological horror film, a deeply religious nurse becomes obsessed with saving the soul of her dying patient, a former dancer. The movie explores themes of faith, madness, and…

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Monsoon Monsoon 6.0 1h 25min
Monsoon
IMDb: 6
1h 25min

Kit has little recollection of his homeland, Vietnam. After more than three decades, he visits the Land of the Golden Star, experiencing it much like a Western tourist, with the…

The Day Shall Come The Day Shall Come 5.9 1h 27min
The Day Shall Come
IMDb: 5.9
1h 27min

In this satirical comedy, a small-time preacher in Miami, played by Marchánt Davis, dreams of leading a peaceful revolution against the oppressive forces he perceives in society. Unbeknownst to him,…

Genre: Comedy, Crime
Lynn + Lucy Lynn + Lucy 6.7 1h 21min
Lynn + Lucy
IMDb: 6.7
1h 21min

Lynn and Lucy have been inseparable best friends for as long as they can remember, sharing a bond as deep as any romantic relationship. Both have stayed close to their…

Genre: Crime, Drama, Mystery
Gwen Gwen 5.7 1h 24min
Gwen
IMDb: 5.7
1h 24min

Set against the backdrop of 19th-century rural Wales, this atmospheric film follows a young girl named Gwen as she struggles to hold her family together amidst mysterious and unsettling events….

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In Fabric In Fabric 6.2 1h 58min
In Fabric
IMDb: 6.2
1h 58min

In this 2019 film directed by Peter Strickland, the narrative unfolds around a seemingly innocuous red dress that harbors a sinister curse, affecting the lives of its various owners. The…

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XY Chelsea XY Chelsea 5.5 1h 32min
XY Chelsea
IMDb: 5.5
1h 32min

This film chronicles the significant tale of whistleblower Chelsea Manning. Filmed over a span of two years, it includes exclusive interviews and candid behind-the-scenes footage with Manning. The narrative begins…

Genre: Documentary
The Souvenir The Souvenir 6.4 1h 59min
The Souvenir
IMDb: 6.4
1h 59min

Set in the 1980s, this film follows a young film student, Julie, as she navigates a tumultuous relationship with a charismatic but troubled man named Anthony. The narrative explores themes…

Genre: Drama, Romance
Tell It to the Bees Tell It to the Bees 6.5 1h 46min
Tell It to the Bees
IMDb: 6.5
1h 46min

Set in 1950s Scotland, this film explores the unexpected romance between a single mother, Lydia, and a doctor, Jean, who returns to her hometown. As they navigate societal prejudices, their…

The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind 7.6 1h 53min
The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind
IMDb: 7.6
1h 53min

Set in a small Malawian village, this inspiring film follows a young boy named William Kamkwamba, played by Maxwell Simba, who ingeniously builds a wind turbine to save his family…

Postcards from London Postcards from London 5.3 1h 30min
Postcards from London
IMDb: 5.3
1h 30min

In this visually striking film directed by Steve McLean, the story follows a young man named Jim, played by Harris Dickinson, who arrives in London and becomes involved with a…

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Genre: Drama
Been So Long Been So Long 5.5 1h 40min
Been So Long
IMDb: 5.5
1h 40min

Set against the vibrant backdrop of London’s Camden Town, this musical romance follows the story of a dedicated single mother, Simone, who unexpectedly finds herself drawn to a charming yet…

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Peterloo Peterloo 6.5 2h 34min
Peterloo
IMDb: 6.5
2h 34min

Set in the early 19th century, this historical drama meticulously depicts the events leading up to the infamous massacre in Manchester, where a peaceful pro-democracy rally turned into a tragic…

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Genre: Drama, History
Yardie Yardie 5.8 1h 41min
Yardie
IMDb: 5.8
1h 41min

Set in the vibrant yet tumultuous world of 1970s Kingston, Jamaica, and 1980s London, this film follows the journey of a young Jamaican named D, played by Aml Ameen, who…

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Genre: Crime, Drama
Pin Cushion Pin Cushion 6.5 1h 22min
Pin Cushion
IMDb: 6.5
1h 22min

Lyn and her daughter Iona, affectionately nicknamed Dafty One and Dafty Two, are thrilled about starting fresh in a new town. Eager to thrive despite a challenging beginning, Iona quickly…

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Genre: Drama
Old Boys Old Boys 6.1 1h 36min
Old Boys
IMDb: 6.1
1h 36min

In this charming British comedy, set in a 1980s all-boys boarding school, the story follows an awkward but endearing student who becomes an unexpected matchmaker. As he helps a handsome…

Genre: Comedy
Modern Life Is Rubbish Modern Life Is Rubbish 5.8 1h 45min
Modern Life Is Rubbish
IMDb: 5.8
1h 45min

United by their mutual passion for music, Liam and Natalie find themselves at a crossroads a decade later. Although their differences initially drew them together, they struggle to maintain their…

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Genre: Comedy, Music, Romance
Beast Beast 6.8 1h 47min
Beast
IMDb: 6.8
1h 47min

Set on the picturesque yet haunting island of Jersey, this 2018 film follows Moll, a troubled young woman played by Jessie Buckley, who finds herself drawn to a mysterious outsider,…

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Dark River Dark River 5.9 1h 30min
Dark River
IMDb: 5.9
1h 30min

In this gripping drama directed by Clio Barnard, the story follows Alice, played by Ruth Wilson, as she returns to her family farm after a 15-year absence following her father’s…

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I Am Not A Witch I Am Not A Witch 6.9 1h 33min
I Am Not A Witch
IMDb: 6.9
1h 33min

In this thought-provoking film directed by Rungano Nyoni, a young girl in Zambia is accused of witchcraft and sent to a witch camp, where she must navigate the complexities of…

Genre: Comedy, Drama
Kingdom of Us Kingdom of Us 6.9 1h 49min
Kingdom of Us
IMDb: 6.9
1h 49min

What impact does a traumatic event have on a family? How can one navigate through memories to uncover hidden signs and address shared sorrow? “Kingdom of Us” explores the journey…

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The Greasy Strangler The Greasy Strangler 5.7 1h 33min
The Greasy Strangler
IMDb: 5.7
1h 33min

In this offbeat horror-comedy, the story follows Big Ronnie and his son Brayden, who run a disco walking tour in Los Angeles. Their mundane lives take a bizarre turn when…

The Girl With All The Gifts The Girl With All The Gifts 6.6 1h 50min
The Girl With All The Gifts
IMDb: 6.6
1h 50min

In a dystopian future, humanity is on the brink of extinction due to a fungal infection that turns people into mindless creatures. The story follows a young girl named Melanie,…

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45 Years 45 Years 7.1 1h 35min
45 Years
IMDb: 7.1
1h 35min

There is just one week until Kate Mercer’s 45th wedding anniversary and the planning for the party is going well. But then a letter arrives for her husband. The body…

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Genre: Drama, Romance
Norfolk Norfolk 4.2 1h 30min
Norfolk
IMDb: 4.2
1h 30min

In the serene yet foreboding landscapes of Norfolk, a naive young boy and his war-torn father lead a straightforward existence, filled with hunting, fishing, and idle musings. Their peaceful routine…

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Genre: Drama, Thriller
Testament of Youth Testament of Youth 7.2 2h 9min
Testament of Youth
IMDb: 7.2
2h 9min

Set against the backdrop of World War I, this film follows the journey of Vera Brittain, a young woman who defies societal expectations to attend Oxford University. As the war…

Second Coming Second Coming 5.1 1h 45min
Second Coming
IMDb: 5.1
1h 45min

A married couple from London’s middle class is taken aback when they experience what appears to be an immaculate conception, leaving them unsure if it’s a blessing or a curse.

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Genre: Drama
How I Live Now How I Live Now 6.4 1h 41min
How I Live Now
IMDb: 6.4
1h 41min

In this 2013 film directed by Kevin Macdonald, a young American girl named Daisy, played by Saoirse Ronan, is sent to the English countryside to stay with her cousins. As…

The Comedian The Comedian 5.5 1h 20min
The Comedian
IMDb: 5.5
1h 20min

Set against the spontaneous and contemporary backdrop of modern-day London, THE COMEDIAN is an innovative and humorous first feature film that explores the theme of decision-making and the pitfalls of…

Genre: Drama, Romance