BFI Flare 2026 | Best of Fest
Our amazing Flare Editorial Team gives you the scoop on the next 12 months of indie cinema you should keep an eye on
Did the world end last night?
As we watch a manned mission slingshot around the moon, and after Donald Trump's announcement, which spurred fears of nuclear apocalypse, I finally, lucidly saw the impact Film and media have had on our modern world.
🇬🇧🇪🇸Sub vs Dub: Film, Language & Accessibility (EN & ES)
There is something inherently ableist about claiming that everyone should always watch media in its original language with subtitles.
Will Zendaya survive this summer?
With five major projects set for release, I fear we have a storm brewing.
Departures (Review): Raucous Grief and the queer urge to ignore Red Flags
A raucous self-aware romp through the tragedy of toxic situationships with bisexual Mancunians.
Is there any such thing as Apolitical Science Fiction?
In an era of perceived waning Media Literacy and an increase in analysis fatigue, are we allowed to opt out of politics in favour of Pew-Pews?
011 - OFFLINE ALGORITHM
An anti-scroll collection of newsworthy things we watched & read this week.
The Drama: Charlie and Emma and the Terrible, Horrible, Very Bad, No Good Week (Light Spoilers)
How well do you really know the ones you love? The Drama takes us on a dark and twisted comedic ride, putting the wedding vows "for better or for worse" to the ultimate test.
Logan Rozos and Lexie Bean discuss their latest film, 'What Will I Become' | Sophisticulture at BFI Flare 2026
Sophisticulture is a podcast for people who care a lot about stories and storytellers, and can be found on all major Podcast platforms.
Treat Me Like Your Mother | BFI Flare 2026
A fascinating archive dive blending fuzzy analogue memories and stories of Lebanon's enduring trans aunties.
Kisses And Bullets (Short) | BFI Flare 2026
Two Iranian women on opposite sides of the world are moved to protest, no matter the cost.
Krizalit (Short) | BFI Flare 2026
The need for connection in a big, unfriendly city drives two women to the edge in this universal, sad but hopeful short.