This June, London ignites with the return of SXSW London, a vibrant celebration of film, music, and the cutting edge of technology. The festival promises a dynamic lineup, bringing 17 UK-first screenings to East London from June 1st to 6th, including three world premieres.
Beyond the films themselves, SXSW London will host influential conversations with industry leaders. Bafta-winning actress and writer Sharon Horgan, the visionary behind the latestDoctor Whorevival Russell T Davies, and Tom Quinn, founder of the acclaimed indie film company Neon, will share their insights and experiences.
The film selection is remarkably diverse, offering a glimpse into global storytelling. Confirmed movies hail from 22 countries, spanning continents from Mexico and Slovakia to Kazakhstan and Columbia, alongside a strong showing from the UK itself. Prepare for a truly international cinematic experience.
Feast or Famineoffers an exclusive look behind the scenes of Angelina, a restaurant striving for Michelin star recognition. Narrated by culinary legend Marco Pierre White – the first British chef to earn three stars, and then famously relinquish them – the documentary demystifies the world of fine dining, revealing the intense pressure and dedication required to reach the pinnacle of culinary excellence.
Prepare for a chilling descent into darkness withThe Remedy, a gothic horror starring Doug Jones, renowned for his creature work in films likeThe Shape of Water. The story follows a son’s desperate measures to save his mother, leading to a terrifying consequence: an insatiable hunger for human flesh.
All Night Wrongdelivers a darkly comedic thrill ride. A disastrous first date spirals into a chaotic escape when Gary and Eli find themselves unwittingly on the run with a dead body and a suitcase full of cash. Starring Zach Cherry and Maria Bakalova, this premiere promises a night of anxiety and unexpected twists.
On The Road, a Mexican erotic thriller, draws comparisons to both Jack Kerouac’s iconic novel and Alfonso Cuarón’sY Tu Mamá También. The film follows a young sex worker and an older truck driver as their lives become entangled while on the run, a story brought to life by Victor Prieto Simental and Osvaldo Sanchez Valenzuela, and produced by Star Wars actor Diego Luna.
Father, Slovakia’s official Oscar submission, delves into the heartbreaking reality of forgotten baby syndrome. Inspired by true events, the film portrays a father’s unraveling as gaps in his memory lead to devastating consequences, a searing drama exploring guilt, grief, and the fragility of memory.
American comedian John Early makes his directorial debut withMaddie’s Secret, a tragicomedy starring Early alongside Kate Berlant and Kristen Johnston. The film explores the hidden struggles of a food influencer battling bulimia, praised for its delicate balance of humor and drama.
Sicko, a sharp Kazakh thriller, unveils a couple’s desperate scheme to fake cancer for financial gain. What begins as a calculated deception quickly spirals into a dangerous web of lies, offering a biting satire on societal pressures and the lengths people will go to for survival.
Intelligence Risingshifts focus to the geopolitical implications of artificial intelligence. This British documentary brings together leading experts to explore how AI might reshape global power dynamics, offering a stark warning about the future of technology and its impact on the world stage.
