BFI London Film Festival 2026 Kicks Off with "Elsinore" and Award Competition

The 70th BFI London Film Festival has commenced, featuring a competition for the best film award with contenders like Hirokazu Koreeda's "Look Back" and Carol Morley's "7 Miles Out." The festival, which opened with Simon Stone's "Elsinore," is also extending its reach to partner venues across the United Kingdom, allowing a wider audience to experience the lineup.