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London LGBTQIA+ Film Fest Reveals Star-Studded 40th Lineup
17 Feb
Summary
- Festival opens with documentary on The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence.
- Features films starring Emma Laird and Fionn Whitehead.
- Celebrates 40 years of championing bold LGBTQIA+ storytelling.

The 40th BFI Flare London LGBTQIA+ Film Festival will take place from March 18-29 at the BFI Southbank, showcasing a vibrant cinematic program. The festival will open with the world premiere of Jennifer Kroot's documentary 'Hunky Jesus,' focusing on the social justice movement The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence.
The lineup includes features with notable actors such as Emma Laird and Fionn Whitehead, with films like 'Satisfaction' exploring creative tension between composers. Other premieres include 'Queen of Coal,' a portrait of Patagonia's first female coal miner, and 'Madfabulous,' based on the life of the flamboyant dancing Marquess of Anglesey.
This significant anniversary edition highlights the festival's ongoing commitment to championing bold storytelling and providing a vital platform for LGBTQIA+ visibility. The BFI Flare Screen Talk will feature Doctor Who creator Russell T. Davies discussing his acclaimed career.




