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59 Films from the BFI London Film Festival

59 titles

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  1. 1Birds of PassageMovie · 2018 · 125m · Drama, CrimeIn the decade of the marijuana boom, a time of intense violence and the birth of drug trafficking in Colombia, Rapayet and his indigenous family are drawn into a fight for control of the lucrative business. This struggle ultimately leads to the destruction of their lives and their traditions.Stream onIMDb 7.5TMDB 7.3
  2. 2Been So LongMovie · 2018 · 100m · Drama, Music, RomanceIn London's Camden Town, a single mother is drawn to a man with a mysterious history after they meet. She finds herself captivated by him, but hesitant to let him into her life.Stream onIMDb 5.5TMDB 5.5
  3. 3Bisbee '17Movie · 2018 · 124mIn 2017, the town of Bisbee, Arizona, near the Mexican border, prepares for the 100th anniversary of the Bisbee Deportation of 1917. This event saw 1,200 striking miners forcibly removed from their homes and abandoned in the desert. To grapple with this violent and often misunderstood history, the community stages dramatic recreations of the events leading up to the deportation. These scenes are shaped by individual perspectives and conflicting viewpoints among the residents. Drawing on deeply personal family histories, the townspeople culminate in a large-scale restaging of the deportation itself, planned for the exact date of its 100th anniversary.Stream onIMDb 6.7TMDB 6.9
  4. 4The Ballad of Buster ScruggsMovie · 2018 · 132m · Western, Comedy, DramaThe film presents interconnected stories of six people in the American West shortly after the Civil War. It follows a skilled musician, a man planning a bank heist, two performers on a long journey, a solitary gold seeker, a woman seeking a new life westward, and a diverse group of strangers on a carriage trip.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 7.1
  5. 5The ChambermaidMovie · 2019 · 102m · DramaEve, a young chambermaid working at a fancy hotel in Mexico City, finds solace in observing discarded items and forming friendships as she develops a strong desire for a more promising future.Stream onIMDb 7.0TMDB 6.5
  6. 6What You Gonna Do When the World's on Fire?Movie · 2019 · 123mIn the summer of 2017, a series of violent police killings of young Black men ignites national outrage. A Black community in the American South grapples with the legacy of historical trauma while struggling for acceptance in a country where they often feel marginalized. Simultaneously, the Black Panther Party organizes a major protest against police brutality.Stream onIMDb 6.8TMDB 7.2
  7. 7The Old Man & the GunMovie · 2018 · 94m · Comedy, Crime, DramaThis is the true story of Forrest Tucker, who, at 70, makes a daring escape from San Quentin and then embarks on a remarkable series of heists that baffle the police and fascinate the public. A detective becomes increasingly drawn to Forrest's dedication to his work, while a woman loves him despite his criminal life.Stream onIMDb 6.7TMDB 6.4
  8. 8WildlifeMovie · 2018 · 105m · DramaIn 1960s Montana, 14-year-old Joe lives with his mother, Jeanette, and father, Jerry, a golf pro. A large forest fire erupts near the Canadian border, and when Jerry loses his job, he impulsively joins the firefighting efforts, leaving his family to manage on their own.Stream onIMDb 6.8TMDB 6.6
  9. 9Assassination NationMovie · 2018 · 108m · Thriller, Horror, ComedyWhen an anonymous hacker starts releasing the personal information of residents in a small American town, the community descends into chaos. Four high school seniors find themselves caught in the middle of the escalating crisis.Stream onIMDb 6.0TMDB 6.3
  10. 10NatureMovie · 2018 · 6mThe elements of water, earth, air, and fire converge around two children during a hot summer.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.0
  11. 11Happy as LazzaroMovie · 2018 · 128m · Drama, FantasyLazzaro, a kind-hearted teenager, enjoys a simple life working on a farm in the Italian countryside. However, his world is turned upside down when he forms an unexpected friendship with the marquise's son.Stream onIMDb 7.5TMDB 7.4
  12. 12Only YouMovie · 2019 · 119m · Drama, RomanceA young couple deeply in love faces strain as they try to start a family.Stream onIMDb 6.7TMDB 6.6
  13. 13The Hate U GiveMovie · 2018 · 133m · Crime, DramaStarr, a sixteen-year-old girl who grew up in a poor neighborhood, now navigates the world of a wealthy suburban school. When she witnesses a police officer kill her unarmed best friend, Starr struggles to reconcile her two lives and finds herself caught between worlds as she attempts to speak out.Stream onIMDb 7.5TMDB 8.1
  14. 14SoniMovie · 2019 · 97m · Drama, CrimeIn Delhi, policewoman Soni and her supervisor Kalpana are struggling to combat a rising tide of violence against women. Their partnership is severely damaged when Soni is abruptly transferred due to accusations of misconduct.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 6.8
  15. 15Young and AliveMovie · 2019 · 94mFollowing the Paris terrorist attacks, young people are seeking connection and purpose in a world that feels increasingly alien. Driven by their beliefs and new leaders, they are challenging established norms, questioning authority, and preparing for a new kind of social change.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.8
  16. 16Solar WalkMovie · 2018 · 21mThis critically acclaimed animated film is a strange and captivating journey into the unknown reaches of space. It blends whimsical moments with a sense of mystery, offering a visually stunning and thought-provoking experience.Stream onIMDb 6.9TMDB 6.9
  17. 17Wild RoseMovie · 2019 · 101m · Music, Comedy, DramaRose-Lynn Harlan, a young singer from Scotland, is released from prison with a goal: to become a country music star in Nashville.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 6.8
  18. 18The Day I Lost My ShadowMovie · 2018 · 94mWinter in Damascus. Sana lives alone with her eight-year-old son while her husband works in Saudi Arabia. When she runs out of gas for cooking and heat, Sana takes a day to find a replacement. This journey outside Damascus exposes her to the harsh realities of the war.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.7
  19. 19Dead PigsMovie · 2018 · 122m · Comedy, DramaThe lives of a pig farmer, a busboy, a salon owner, an expat architect, and a disillusioned wealthy woman unexpectedly converge as a massive number of dead pigs drift down the Yangtze River towards Shanghai.Stream onIMDb 6.7TMDB 6.8
  20. 20The RaftMovie · 2019 · 97mIn 1973, a group of fifteen men and women crossed the Atlantic Ocean on a raft for a scientific experiment studying violence and attraction. The three-month journey held unforeseen consequences. This film uses archival footage and interviews with the surviving members to reveal the untold story of the expedition.Stream onIMDb 6.6TMDB 5.8
  21. 21Fahrenheit 11/9Movie · 2018 · 128m · DocumentaryMichael Moore's documentary examines the central questions of the Trump presidency: how the nation arrived at this point, and how it might move forward.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 7.1
  22. 22HolidayMovie · 2018 · 93m · Drama, CrimeSascha, a young woman considered a prize by a Danish drug lord, joins him on vacation at his villa in Bodrum, Turkey. She's embraced by his close associates and enjoys a life of luxury and leisure under the summer sun. Her carefree existence changes when she encounters Tomas, a Dutch traveler searching for meaning.Stream onIMDb 5.7TMDB 5.4
  23. 23JoyMovie · 2019 · 99mA Nigerian woman working as a sex worker in Austria is close to financial independence when she takes on a hesitant student. She weighs the dangers of pursuing a quicker route to escaping her circumstances.Stream onIMDb 6.6TMDB 5.9
  24. 24CapernaumMovie · 2018 · 126m · DramaEscaping an uncaring home, a resourceful 12-year-old Lebanese boy commits a violent act and receives a five-year prison sentence. He then takes legal action, suing his parents to challenge the life they have provided for him.Stream onIMDb 8.4TMDB 8.1
  25. 25Can You Ever Forgive Me?Movie · 2018 · 106m · Drama, Crime, ComedyA successful biographer finds herself struggling to get her work published as tastes change. Faced with declining opportunities, she begins to use her skills for deceit.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 6.8
  26. 26RomaMovie · 2018 · 135m · DramaMexico City, 1970s. Two women working as domestic servants provide support to a mother of four while her husband is away for a long time.Stream onIMDb 7.6TMDB 7.6
  27. 27WidowsMovie · 2018 · 129m · Crime, Thriller, DramaFour women, each the widow of a thief killed in a Chicago police shootout during a robbery, find themselves united by their shared loss and the debts left behind by their husbands. Determined to control their own destinies, they decide to team up and plan a heist of their own.Stream onIMDb 6.8TMDB 6.5
  28. 28The White CrowMovie · 2018 · 127m · DramaThis is the story of Rudolf Nureyev, whose defection to the West shocked the world during the Cold War. Nureyev quickly became ballet's most celebrated star, captivating audiences with his passionate and unique dancing, yet feeling confined by life in 1950s Leningrad. His interest in Western artists and ideas drew him into a dangerous game of evasion with the KGB.Stream onIMDb 6.6TMDB 6.6
  29. 29BurningMovie · 2018 · 148m · Mystery, Drama, ThrillerDeliveryman Jong-su encounters Hae-mi, a former neighbor, who asks him to watch her cat while she's traveling in Africa. Upon her return, Hae-mi introduces Jong-su to Ben, a mysterious young man she met abroad. Eventually, Ben shares with Jong-su a very peculiar hobby of his.Stream onIMDb 7.4TMDB 7.4
  30. 30DrawingMovie · 2018When the family of Ana is targeted by the ruthless leader of the prison's most dangerous gang, her fiancé’s fate rests solely on her shoulders.TMDB 6.0
  31. 31Happy New Year, Colin BursteadMovie · 2018 · 95m · Comedy, Drama, TV MovieColin rents a grand country house for his family's New Year gathering. He enjoys being the focus until his estranged brother David shows up unannounced, disrupting the family's carefully maintained relationships.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.4
  32. 32Beautiful BoyMovie · 2018 · 119m · DramaWhen David Sheff's marriage ends, he faces a difficult journey supporting his teenage son. The son's struggles escalate as he moves from occasional drug use to a severe methamphetamine addiction.Stream onIMDb 7.4TMDB 7.5
  33. 33SuspiriaMovie · 2018 · 152m · Horror, Mystery, DramaA growing darkness threatens a prestigious dance company, impacting its artistic director, a driven young dancer, and a therapist dealing with loss. Some individuals will be consumed by the unfolding nightmare, while others may find a path to awakening.Stream onIMDb 6.7TMDB 6.9
  34. 34GirlMovie · 2018 · 105m · DramaA talented teenage dancer joins a renowned ballet academy as she navigates her feelings about her gender identity.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 7.2
  35. 35BorderMovie · 2018 · 110m · Fantasy, Drama, CrimeA border guard, skilled at spotting smugglers, faces a crisis when she encounters someone she can't definitively prove is guilty. This forces her to grapple with disturbing truths about both herself and humanity.Stream onIMDb 7.0TMDB 6.7
  36. 36MiraiMovie · 2018 · 98m · Animation, Family, FantasyFeeling overlooked since his new baby sister arrived, four-year-old Kun starts encountering people and animals connected to his family's past within their unusual home. These encounters help him learn how to embrace his role as a big brother.Stream onIMDb 7.0TMDB 7.1
  37. 37PeterlooMovie · 2018 · 154m · History, DramaThe film depicts the events of the 1819 Peterloo Massacre, a pivotal and tragic moment in British history. A large, peaceful demonstration in Manchester's St Peter’s Field, with over 60,000 people advocating for democratic reforms and protesting widespread poverty, was violently broken up by British government troops. The event became infamous for the high number of casualties.Stream onIMDb 6.5TMDB 6.8
  38. 38SunsetMovie · 2018 · 137m · Drama, HistoryIn 1913, a young woman who has grown up without parents travels to Budapest to work as a milliner in her family's hat shop. However, her work is overshadowed by a growing need to find a brother she never knew existed.Stream onIMDb 6.2TMDB 5.8
  39. 39Outlaw KingMovie · 2018 · 122m · Action, History, WarAfter being crowned King of Scotland, legendary warrior Robert the Bruce is forced into exile by the English and fights to reclaim his throne.Stream onIMDb 6.9TMDB 6.8
  40. 40DestroyerMovie · 2018 · 121m · Thriller, Crime, DramaYears after a disastrous undercover operation shattered her life, Detective Erin Bell is forced to confront the ghosts of her past and find a way to move forward.Stream onIMDb 6.2TMDB 5.9
  41. 41In FabricMovie · 2018 · 118m · Horror, Fantasy, ComedyDuring the hectic winter sales season at a department store, a ghost story unfolds. It centers on a cursed dress and the people who wear it, each encounter leading to tragic outcomes. The film follows the dress's journey as it's passed from one person to another, revealing the devastating consequences of its haunting history.Stream onIMDb 6.1TMDB 5.7
  42. 42Ray & LizMovie · 2018 · 107m · DramaLiving on the edge of Birmingham, the Billingham family navigates a life shaped by forces they can't control, resorting to extreme rituals and defying social norms. This series presents three episodes that offer a powerful and unsettlingly humorous look at the realities of childhood in a Black Country council flat.Stream onIMDb 6.7TMDB 6.7
  43. 43ShadowMovie · 2018 · 116m · Action, WarIn a kingdom governed by a young, impulsive king, the military commander possesses a secret: a shadow, a perfect look-alike who can deceive everyone, including the King. He must now employ this deception in a complex strategy to secure victory in a war the King is reluctant to fight.Stream onIMDb 7.0TMDB 6.7
  44. 44Out of BlueMovie · 2019 · 110m · Drama, Crime, MysteryDetective Mike Hoolihan, an unusual officer in New Orleans, investigates the murder of Jennifer Rockwell, a famous astrophysicist. Rockwell, an expert on black holes, is found shot in her observatory. As Mike investigates this strange and complex case, he begins to question the fundamental nature of reality, considering ideas from quantum mechanics and parallel universes. The search for the killer leads the detective to a mystery that extends far beyond a single crime: it delves into the very nature of the universe.Stream onIMDb 4.8TMDB 5.2
  45. 45Too Late to Die YoungMovie · 2019 · 110m · DramaDuring a severe summer drought in a remote village, three young people – Sofia, Clara, and Lucas – find their lives unexpectedly intertwined. As they experience first loves and face their anxieties, the trio dedicates themselves to planning the New Year's celebration. Unseen, signs of a growing environmental crisis appear, threatening their future. This story about growing up explores themes of love, fear, and the delicate balance between people and nature.Stream onIMDb 6.4TMDB 6.1
  46. 46Theatre of WarMovie · 2018 · 73m"Theatre of War" explores the complexities of representing war through the lens of former adversaries. Thirty-five years after the Falklands conflict, British and Argentinian veterans collaborate, rehearsing and performing their recollections of the war. The play examines how these veterans grapple with memory and storytelling in their shared history.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 7.2
  47. 47SalamMovie · 2018 · 14mA Lyft driver in New York City works the night shift, anxiously awaiting news about her family in Syria. The news could be critical.Stream onIMDb 6.6TMDB 6.1
  48. 48The Front RunnerMovie · 2018 · 113m · Drama, HistoryIn 1987, Colorado Senator Gary Hart emerges as the leading candidate for the Democratic presidential nomination. Popular with younger voters for his intelligence, charisma, and hopeful vision, Hart appears poised to win the election. However, his campaign is suddenly threatened by media reports of an affair, forcing him to confront a scandal that endangers both his political future and his personal life.Stream onIMDb 6.1TMDB 5.9
  49. 49They Shall Not Grow OldMovie · 2018 · 99m · Documentary, History, WarThis documentary uses newly discovered footage to mark the 100th anniversary of Armistice Day and the war's conclusion. It offers a look back at World War I.Stream onIMDb 8.2TMDB 7.8
  50. 50The FavouriteMovie · 2018 · 120m · History, Comedy, DramaEngland, early 1700s. Queen Anne's close bond with Sarah Churchill is challenged by the arrival of Abigail Hill, Sarah's cousin. This sparks a sharp rivalry between the two women as they both compete for the Queen's favor.Stream onIMDb 7.5TMDB 7.5
  51. 51RafikiMovie · 2018 · 82m · Drama, RomanceKena and Ziki crave a life beyond expectations. Their families are locked in a bitter political feud, but the girls remain devoted friends, encouraging each other to chase their aspirations in a traditional world. As they fall in love, Kena and Ziki face a difficult decision: follow their hearts or protect themselves.Stream onIMDb 6.8TMDB 7.0
  52. 52John McEnroe: In the Realm of PerfectionMovie · 2018 · 95mThis film explores tennis icon John McEnroe during his peak as world champion. It documents his relentless pursuit of perfection, moments of frustration, and the painful experience of his most significant defeat at the 1984 French Open.Stream onIMDb 6.7TMDB 6.3
  53. 53Life ItselfMovie · 2018 · 118m · Drama, RomanceA young couple in New York experiences the transition from college romance to marriage and parenthood. The unforeseen turns in their lives have lasting effects, impacting not only their present but also future generations across the world.Stream onIMDb 6.9TMDB 7.2
  54. 54ColetteMovie · 2018 · 112m · Drama, HistorySidonie-Gabrielle Colette leaves her rural French home to join her husband, Willy, a celebrated Parisian writer. Willy then persuades Colette to ghostwrite a novel for him. She writes a semi-autobiographical story about a spirited country girl named Claudine, which becomes a huge bestseller and captures the public's imagination. The success of the book makes Colette and Willy prominent figures in Paris, and their experiences inspire more Claudine novels.Stream onIMDb 6.7TMDB 6.9
  55. 55Make Me UpMovie · 2018 · 84mSiri awakens trapped in a brightly colored, yet unsettling dreamhouse with a brutalist design. The seemingly cheerful setting hides a dangerous reality: she and other women are forced to compete for survival under constant surveillance. An authoritarian woman, who communicates only through the voice of Kenneth Clark from the 1960s BBC series *Civilisation*, oversees their every move. As Siri participates in degrading challenges, she teams up with fellow inmate Alexa to undermine the rules and uncover the dark secret behind their confinement.IMDb 5.8TMDB 6.2
  56. 56Stan & OllieMovie · 2018 · 98m · Comedy, DramaStan Laurel and Oliver Hardy, past their prime, tour Britain and Ireland performing in variety halls. Balancing a demanding schedule, they rely on the support of their wives, Lucille and Ida, who are strong personalities themselves. The duo's shared passion for performing and for each other allows them to connect with their fans and maintain their popularity.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 6.9
  57. 57If Beale Street Could TalkMovie · 2018 · 120m · Romance, DramaWhen her fiancé is wrongly convicted of a crime, a pregnant African-American woman embarks on a determined journey to prove his innocence and secure his release.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 6.9
  58. 58A Private WarMovie · 2018 · 106m · Drama, WarMarie Colvin was a highly respected war correspondent known for her exceptional courage and independent nature. She consistently placed herself in dangerous situations to report on conflicts worldwide, aiming to represent those who lacked a voice.Stream onIMDb 6.7TMDB 6.8
  59. 59The Man Who Killed Don QuixoteMovie · 2018 · 133m · Adventure, ComedyA jaded film director named Toby gets caught up in the fantastical world of an elderly Spanish shoemaker who is convinced he's Don Quixote. As they embark on a series of humorous and increasingly bizarre escapades, Toby is compelled to face the painful consequences of a naive film he made when he was younger.Stream onIMDb 6.3TMDB 6.7