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Isabel Davis Appointed Director of BFI Filmmaking Fund
23 Jul
Summary
- Isabel Davis starts her five-year term in October 2026.
- Davis previously led Screen Scotland for eight years.
- She aims for a UK-wide perspective on film support.
Isabel Davis will assume the position of Director of the BFI Filmmaking Fund in October 2026, commencing a five-year tenure. Her appointment follows eight years as Executive Director of Screen Scotland. Davis previously held a significant role at the BFI as Head of International.
She succeeds Mia Bays, who has directed the fund since October 2021. Films supported during Bays' leadership include Kneecap and the BAFTA-winning short Two Black Boys in Paradise. BFI CEO Ben Roberts praised Davis, citing her tenacity for UK independent film, passion, and national-global outlook.
Davis expressed her honor in taking the role during a critical period for public funding in UK film. She acknowledged economic and structural challenges but highlighted the resurgence of audience appetite for cinema and the strength of filmmaking talent. Davis pledged to bring her experience from Scotland, ensuring a UK-wide perspective on the BFI's support for independent film.
