Join us for an eye opening selection of films from Bengal and the Indian sub-continent. The four day festival will be attended by international film stars, directors, producers, distributors and film / media personalities. Our 2018 programme will be taking place from the 12th - 15th of April at our partnering screens and venues in London. In addition to the great line up of films, there will be other activities benefiting film makers from special talks to networking lunches and tours. Please see the programme details below for more information. |
VenuesBarbican Cinema - Beech Street, London, EC2Y 8AE Rich Mix - 35-47 Bethnal Green Rd, London E1 6LA Brady Arts Centre - 192-196 Hanbury Street, London E1 5HU David Game College (Theatre) - 31 Jewry St, London EC3N 2ET |
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Day 112.04.18 |
Due to Council Policy - ALL FILMS ARE FOR 18 and over only! >>INFORMATION - Please note that all films being screened have been subtitled in English, even though some of the trailer links below are not. |
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6.00pm Red Carpet Opening |
6.15pm FILM: Legend of the Loom - UK PREMIERE - |
9.00pm After Party |
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The red carpet opening of the 3rd London Bengali Film Festival, attended by film makers, press and dignitaries will be taking place at the prestigious Barbican Centre Cinema Cinema. Introduction to the festival and a drinks reception VIP guests join the crowd in the main screen room for our opening film. For press and other enquires to attend please email contact@lbff.co.uk.
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This ground-breaking film covers the full story of this legendary cloth, known us Muslin. Designed for international audiences, it takes the viewer on a breath-taking 2000-year-old journey; from the herbariums of the world, the rivers of Bengal where the plant (Gossypium Arboreum Var. Neglecta) grew, to the famous museums of Europe where the best examples of this fabric are stored. The film covers the story from the first foreigners to come to Bengal in search of its fine textiles, the establishment of empires and the opening of trade routes. The film is introduced by Saiful Islam (CEO-Drik / Bengal Muslin), who is also be leading the Q&A after the film. |
After party to celebrate the launch of the 3rd London Bengali Film Festival at a trendy spot in the City. All welcome, subject to availability, but strongly advise to email us for guestlist priority. VENUE TBC |
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Dir: Purabi Matin Duration: 42 Mins |
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Location: Barbican Cinema Price: £12.00 |
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Day 213.04.18 |
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3.00pm FILM: Bilu - A Demon Within - UK PREMIERE - |
5.00pm FILM: English Vinglish |
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Bilu is a man stuck in time. In search of an escape Bilu who rebelled to be a puppet of the reality imposed by others as he creates his own through his delusions, for Bilu albeit living with inviolable demons inside, is also a dreamer. |
In honour of the late screen legend Sridevi SYNOPSIS: A quiet, sweet tempered housewife endures small slights from her well-educated husband and daughter every day because of her inability to speak and understand English. |
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Dir: Indrasis Acharya
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Dir: Gauri Shinde Duration: 131 Mins |
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Location: Brady Arts Centre Price: £5.00 |
Location: Brady Arts Centre Price: £5.00 |
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Day 314.04.18 |
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2.00pm SEMINAR: Art of film making |
3.00pm FILM: Bengali Beauty - UK PREMIERE - |
5.00pm Boishakhi Performances |
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A seminar that looks at film making and story telling from a creative point of view rather than a technical point of view. It also touches on audience and their expectation to demand. |
'Bengali Beauty' tells the story of a demure medical student (Mumtaheena Toya) who falls in love with a brash Bangladesh Radio deejay (Rahsaan Noor) while listening to his World Music show during the revolutionary '70's. |
Celebrating the Bengali New year in the City of London, the LBFF team are pleased to showcase special performances after the UK premiere of 'Bengali Beauty.' Ticket holders to the film screening can enjoy the event at no extra charge. If you wish to join us, please send us an email: contact@lbff.co.uk (subject to capacity) |
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Dir: Rahsaan Islam Cast - Rahsaan Noor, Mumtaheena Toya, Sarah Alam Duration: 105 Mins Language: Bengali with English subtitles |
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Location: David Game (Theatre) Price: FREE (must book) |
Location: David Game (Theatre) Price: £5.00 |
Location: David Game (Theatre) Free: email us! |
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Day 415.04.18 |
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6.45pm FILM: The Girls are not Brides - UK PREMIERE - |
7.30pm FILM: Meghnadbodh Rohoshyo - UK PREMIERE - |
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A documentary film on early child marriage, a strong social custom in Bangladesh and has the fourth highest rate of child marriage in the world. This film is not only focusing on the negative situation faced by the girls; the main intention has been given on four different successes stories of some girls, those who have stood up against child marriage and ultimately succeeded and established themselves in society . |
A famous writer mysteriously vanishes, leaving behind clues in his copy of an old poem. |
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| Dir: Mr. KM Taj-Biul Hasan Cast - Ms. Sharmin Akhter, Ms.Suraiya Sultana, Ms. Mabia Akhter , Ms.Shagorika, Ms.Hanna Mormom, Ms.Kolpona Rani Duration: 28 Mins Language: Bengali with English subtitles |
Dir: Anik Dutta Cast - Anindya Pulak Banerjee, Bhaskar Banerjee, Sanjay Biswas Duration: 152 Mins Language: Englis, Bengali with English subtitles |
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Location: Rich Mix Price: £5.00 |
Location: Rich Mix Price: £5.00 |
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