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BFI London Film Fest Reveals Industry Forum Lineup
23 Sep
Summary
- Industry Forum features Spotlight conversations with producers.
- Programmers and producers to discuss UK cinema and co-productions.
- Discussions on archives and new screenwriting voices are planned.
The BFI London Film Festival has unveiled the complete schedule for its upcoming Industry Forum. The event will include Spotlight conversations with prominent producers James Wilson and Pippa Harris, alongside an interview with director Danny Boyle by Matt Belloni for "The Town" podcast. Costume designer PC Williams will also engage in a discussion with director Akinola Davies Jr.
The Industry Forum commences on October 8 with a panel examining the condition of U.K. movie theaters, drawing on insights from programmers like Ben Lyndon and Carol McKay, following a record-breaking summer season. On October 12, international producers will convene to deliberate on co-productions, funding prospects, and the collaborative challenges inherent in working across diverse national landscapes.
Further sessions will delve into the use of archives for narrative development, featuring contributors such as Theo Rollason and Nanette Burstein, and a showcase of emerging screenwriting talent. Kristy Matheson, director of the BFI London Film Festival, highlighted the exceptional caliber of participants, emphasizing the forum's role in fostering idea exchange and new connections within the global film community.
