The Times BFI 53rd London Film Festival
Wednesday 14 October to Thursday 29 October 2009

The London Film Festival is one of Europe’s leading public film events, showcasing the best new cinema from around the world and bringing a wealth of film talent and industry professionals to the capital.

This year’s programme includes a diverse selection of features and shorts from around the world and a sensational line-up of events and expected guests. With no fewer than 15 world premieres, 23 European premieres and 146 UK premieres, this year’s Festival is set to be the most exciting and inspiring yet – a world class line-up of the most highly-anticipated films of the year and a wealth of hidden gems and new talent waiting to be discovered.

The Festival will showcase the latest works from internationally-acclaimed directors Wes Anderson, Sam Taylor-Wood, Steven Soderbergh, Joel and Ethan Coen, Michael Haneke, Ang Lee, Jane Campion, Harmony Korine and Jim Jarmusch among others, as well as celebrating up-and-coming emerging talent from every corner of the globe.

View the full programme for the Times BFI 53rd London Film Festival now and plan your Festival experience! www.bfi.org.uk/lff

The Times BFI 53rd London Film Festival runs from 14 October – 29 October
BFI Member priority online booking opens on Wednesday 23 September
Public booking opens on Saturday 26 September