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 2019 programme will be taking place from the 11th - 13th 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. |
VenuesRich 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 111.04.19 |
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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3.00pm Red Carpet Opening |
3.30pm FILM: Blossoms From Ash - UK PREMIERE - |
6.00pm After Party |
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The red carpet opening of the 4th London Bengali Film Festival, attended by film makers, press and dignitaries will be taking place at the rich Mix Cinema. Introduction to the festival and a drinks reception with our VIP guests and sponsors who are joining us for the opening film. For press and other enquires to attend please email contact@lbff.co.uk.
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The purpose of Blossoms from Ash is to make the world aware of the Rohingya, the trials they have been through in their rightful homeland, and the challenges they face today. This film seeks to move audiences around the world to raise their collective voice about the crimes perpetrated by the government of Myanmar, The film will be introduced by Writer, director and Producer Alexander Blum and Writer / Director Noman Robin from Bangladesh.
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After party to celebrate the launch of the 4th 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: Alexander Blum / Noman Robin Duration: 52 Mins |
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Location: Genesis Cinema Price: £15.00 |
Location: TBC Price: TBC - Must book as above
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Day 212.04.19 |
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3.00pm FILM: The HE Without HIM - UK PREMIERE - |
5.00pm FILM: Rainbow Jelly |
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The film explores a daughter's search for her father in the metropolis of Kolkata. The daughter Shatarupa, finds the voice of her father in a young man who comes to her life as a director. The paternal traits draw her towards him, but she finds herself trapped elsewhere between emotional complexities and simplicity. |
Ghoton is twelve, a lonely special child living with his maternal uncle. Left bruised and tortured, Ghoton survives in his dreams, where he is a crowned ‘prince’. He longs to discover the treasure left by his scientist father, which his uncle wants to snatch away. One night, a mysterious lady appears, offering him a magical clue of seven recepies - each different in taste and endowed with some inherent power to affect the human mind. And that is destined to change Ghoton's life forever. |
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Dir: Amartya Bhattacharyya
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Dir: Soukarya Ghosal Duration: 120 Mins |
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Location: Brady Arts Centre Price: £5.00 |
Location: Brady Arts Centre Price: £5.00 |
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Day 313.04.19 |
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1.00pm SEMINAR: Bulti'r Result - UK Premiere - |
3.00pm Press Conference **By invitation only** |
5.00pm Teen Muhurat - UK Premiere - |
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Beyond her expectations a small town girl manages to score the highest marks in the West Bengal. What follows is a series of craze and madness that takes place in the news studio while back in Batkulla it's a chaotic day of celebration & festivity in Bulti's residence, school & neighbourhood. |
Press Conference on film release. This is an invitation only and you should contact our admin team if you wish to attend, subject to availability. For Press & Media only.If you wish to join us, please send us an email: contact@lbff.co.uk (subject to capacity) |
Three women in three auspicious hours take an important decision of their life. A confused bride leaping into the social bonding, a personal secretary struggling to keep her self-respect at the workplace and a dreamer trying to break all the norms to start an exciting journey.
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| Dir: Pinaki Sarkar Cast - Shyamoupti Mudly, Abhijit Guha, Dola Chakraborty, Aritra Dutta Duration: 116 Mins Language: Bengali with English subtitles |
Dir: Deyali Mukherjee Cast - Raj Bnnerjee, Richa Meena, Artitra Sarkar, Vartika Tiwari, Anurag Thakur, Disha Thakur Duration: 70 Mins Language: English / Hindi with English subtitles |
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Location: David Game (Theatre) Price: £5.00 |
Location: David Game (Theatre)
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Location: David Game (Theatre) Price: £5.00 |
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