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Student Wellbeing: 4 Tips for a Healthy and Happy Winter Break 

Explore self-care tips and mental health insights for a rejuvenating holiday season in our guide

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LFA’s Guide: Budget-Friendly Festive Fun for Students in London

London’s festive season is packed with inclusive, budget-friendly activities like light displays, markets, skating, and more for everyone to enjoy.

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Mastering Film Through Networking: Alex’s Journey from Script to Screen

Alex’s journey shows how networking and collaboration are key to success, turning simple connections into career-defining opportunities.

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How to Make the Most of London on a Budget: A Guide for Students

This blog offers tips for film students in London to enjoy the city's film scene and culture affordably through student...

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Life After LFA: Colin Hickey’s Cinematic Journey and the Impact of LFA

Colin Hickey reflects on his journey from LFA to creating personal films, emphasising collaboration and resourcefulness in storytelling.

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LFA Annual Showcase 2024

The LFA Annual Showcase 2024 highlights the innovative films created by the latest graduates of London Film Academy, showcasing their...

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Life After LFA: Alice Rosso's Journey from Copywriting to Filmmaking

Alice Rosso shifted from copywriting in Italy to filmmaking, finding success as a screenwriter and director with her debut documentary,...

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Life After LFA: Giovanna's Journey from Screenwriting Studies to Empowering the Next Generation of Creatives

LFA alumna Giovanna turned her passion for screenwriting into a career, now teaching and launching a project titled 'The Cost...

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Reflecting on an Unforgettable 2024 Welcome Week for New BA (Hons) Filmmakers, MA Filmmakers and MA Screenwriters

Welcome Week 2024 at LFA was an exciting start, filled with networking and inspiring events for new students.

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Life After LFA: Lachlan Macnab's Filmmaking Journey

Lachlan Macnab's filmmaking journey evolved from Singapore to LFA, leading to a career in documentaries and his own production company.

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LFA's 7 Essential Tips for New Students Moving to London

7 essential tips for students moving to London and joining London Film Academy. Discover what’s on offer and all the...

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Life At LFA: How BA Students are Shaping Their Careers Through Industry Placements

LFA highlights industry placements as essential for bridging academic learning with real-world filmmaking experience.

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Embracing Neurodiversity in Filmmaking: A Journey with LFA Module Leader Dan Turner

At LFA, we highlight Dan Turner's late autism diagnosis to support neurodivergent filmmakers and promote inclusivity.

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LFA's Career Series: Workshops, Masterclasses, and Opportunities

LFA's Careers Series offered students invaluable industry insights and practical advice through workshops, seminars, and collaborations with leaders like BECTU.

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Life After LFA: G. Abrom Henries Journey from Graduate to Independent Filmmaker

LFA alumnus Geo's journey from self-taught writer to HBO projects showcases the transformative impact of London Film Academy's education.

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Empowering Women in Film: Teodora's Journey from LFA Into the Industry

Teodora Berglund's journey from LFA to founding Virago Films highlights her relentless creative growth.

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Empowering Women in Film: Barbara's Journey From MA in Filmmaking to Screenwriting Success

Barbara Davis reignited her filmmaking aspirations with an MA at LFA, leading to screenwriting success and the development of personal...

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Preparing Students for the Industry: A Glimpse into Our Innovative Approach

LFA prepares students for film and TV careers through hands-on experience at top festivals and practical workshops.

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LFA MA Students "Getting Started with Freelancing in Film and TV" Workshop with Alison Grade

LFA's workshop, led by Alison Grade, gave MA students essential insights and strategies for starting successful freelance careers in film...

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Your LFA Filmmaking Journey with Insights from Filmmaking Alumni Yoni Ben-Haim

LFA offers a hands-on filmmaking experience that fosters creativity, collaboration, and lasting connections, as seen in Yoni Ben-Haim's journey.

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London Film Academy Shines at Kodak/Nahemi Student Commercial Awards

LFA students won Best Costume and Design and placed second for their "Runway Feast" commercial at the Kodak/Nahemi Student Commercial...

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Capturing Authentic Moments on Set with MA Student Steven Wang

Steven Wang, an MA Filmmaking student at LFA, captures authentic moments by blending street photography with filmmaking.

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LFA Accommodation Tips and Advice

Read our top tips for finding your new home in London.

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Empowering Women in Film: Abby Dowsett from LFA Student to Aspiring Independent Filmmaker

We caught up with Abby Dowsett, an LFA graduate turned aspiring independent documentary filmmaker, whose journey embodies resilience and creativity.

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Empowering LFA Students during Mental Health Awareness Week

LFA emphasises mental well-being during Mental Health Awareness Week for aspiring filmmakers, stressing self-care and support.

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Empowering Women in Film: LFA Alumni Nana Nabi's Journey from Filmmaking Certificate to MA

Nana Nabi's journey, equips aspiring filmmakers for successful careers with both theory and practical skills.

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Exploring Fulham: An LFA Beginners Guide for Students

A beginner's guide to exploring Fulham.

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Earth Month: Exploring Sustainable Film Practices in 5 Steps

From reducing carbon footprints to inspiring environmental consciousness in the film industry, discover 5 steps for sustainable film practices.

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Empowering Women in Film: Eleanor's Journey from LFA Student to Camera Trainee

Follow as Eleanor goes from LFA student to camera trainee, with dreams of becoming a Director of Photography.

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LFA MA Screenwriting Students Reflect on the London Screenwriters Festival 2024

MA Screenwriters find inspiration and gain confidence at the London Screenwriters Festival 2024, propelling their careers forward with renewed determination.

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Life After LFA: Former Student Adam McHattie Offers Advice from Classrooms to Film Credits

Adam McHattie's journey from LFA student to industry professional highlights the importance of learning, perseverance, and embracing opportunities in filmmaking.

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Life After LFA: A Journey into Film Editing with Alumni Philip Brereton

Alumni Philip Brereton's journey from LFA to accomplished Assistant Editor underscores the importance of perseverance and proactive networking in filmmaking.

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4 Essential Practices for Student Filmmakers During Neurodiversity Celebration Week

LFA champions inclusive filmmaking during Neurodiversity Celebration Week, prioritising diversity, respect, accessibility, collaboration, and ongoing education on set.

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Life After LFA: Starting a Production Company with Alumni and Jacco Macacco Founders

LFA alumni Oscar and Gus founded Jacco Macacco, a production company born from their passion for filmmaking and creativity, offering...

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Empowering the Deaf Community in Film with MA Student Anna Haig

LFA advocates for deaf representation in filmmaking, exemplified by Anna Haig's journey from sign language interpretation to aspiring screenwriting.

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University Mental Health Day: 3 Practical Steps for Students

Acknowledging #UniMentalHealthDay with practical strategies and community support for emotional well-being.

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International Women's Day: Inspiring Inclusion with LFA's Co-Founders and Joint Principals Anna MacDonald and Daisy Gili

LFA celebrates International Women's Day, spotlighting Co-Founders Anna Macdonald and Daisy Gili for empowering filmmakers and advocating gender equality.

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Life After LFA: Graduate, Alex Chorley's Filmmaking Career Insights

Alex Chorley smoothly transitions from LFA to industry success, establishing a production company and pursuing diverse creative ventures post-graduation.

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Empowering Future Filmmakers: Insights from LFA's Alumni Graduate Panel & Networking Session

Empowering future filmmakers through alumni insights and networking at LFA.

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LFA Hosts Renowned Actor, Writer and Director Alice Lowe for Exclusive Q&A

We hosted the multi-talented actor, writer and director Alice Lowe.

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Life After LFA: Subject Screening and Q&A with Co-Director Camilla Hall

Subject Screening and Q&A with Co-Director Camilla Hall.

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12 Days of Festivities: A Guide for Students Away from Home

A festive guide of London fun for students away from home.

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LFA Annual Showcase 2023

Showcasing our undergraduate and postgraduate students' work.

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Life after LFA: Graduate Susanna Newman's Guide to Becoming a Filmmaker

Former BA student Susanna offers her insights.

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Life as a First-Year BA Student with Hamish Galbraith

First-year BA student Hamish offers his insights.

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Life after LFA: Insights From Former Filmmaking Student Bence Berkes

Insights from former Filmmaking student Bence Berkes.

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Best Opening Movie Scene LFA Staff Poll

We asked our staff to pick their favourite opening sequences in movie history.

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#WomenWednesdays Marian Vosumets Interview: LFA MA Filmmaking Student and Writer/Director of ‘The Body Fights Back’ Documentary.

We caught up with our fantastic MA Filmmaking student, Marian, about her life at LFA and her exciting career to...

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BA (Hons) Filmmaking Graduates Film Festival Successes

Read on to discover more about the achievements of our recent BA graduates!

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LFA Student Support and Wellbeing Resources

Find out more about the wellbeing support on offer to LFA students.

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Celebrating #WomenInFilm in honour of #InternationalWomensDay

Throughout March, we’re spotlighting the impactful and pioneering LFA female alumni who are making waves in the film industry!

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#WomenWednesdays Spotlighting LFA Alumni, Deana Uppal (Director: 'India's Forgotten People)

We caught up with our Documentary Filmmaking Certificate alumni about her impactful career so far!

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#WomenWednesdays Spotlighting Alice Lowe

Pour over some exclusive quotes from our Filmmakers’ Club Q&A session with writer, director, and actor, Alice Lowe.

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#WomenWednesday Spotlighting Sarah Gavron

We’re deep-diving into the formidable career of our LFA Showcase 2021 special guest.

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LFA Showcase 2021: Celebrating the achievements of our LFA Class of 2021

Take a look back at some of the highlights from our special graduation day at the BFI, Southbank.

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#WomenWednesdays Exploring Martin Scorsese’s female characters!

To celebrate the director’s 79th birthday, and #WomenWednesdays, we’re delving into the women of Scorsese’s films.

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#SustainableSundays ‘1917’: The Biggest Sustainable Film Production To Date

Find out how Sam Mendes’ epic one-shot war film became the biggest-budget production to achieve Albert accreditation.

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#WomenWednesdays Revisiting Alicia Malone’s Incredible Talk

Take a look back at this TED talk from 2017, which challenges the perceptions of film directors in the industry.

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7 Eco-Disaster Movies to watch this Halloween! #SustainableSundays

Is there anything scarier than climate change? Our spook-tacular watchlist will surely give you the jeepers creepers!

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Spotlighting Dee Rees #WomenWednesdays

She's had a fascinating career so far, we’re on tenter hooks waiting to see what she’ll do next...

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Celebrating Black Pioneers In The Film Industry

We take you through a selection of the most innovative, and pioneering, Black filmmakers in history!

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Moonlight Review 5 Years On: Barry Jenkins’ Triptych Aymphony

We return to Barry Jenkins’ masterpiece on the 5th anniversary of its original release.

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Spotlighting Euzhan Palcy #WomenWednesdays

Discover this pioneering filmmaker as part of #BlackHistoryMonth

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#SustainableSundays Leonardo DiCaprio Is Not Your Average Celebrity.

We’re looking at how Leo is utilising his platform to raise awareness for the urgent issue of global climate change.

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Spotlighting Amma Asante #WomenWednesdays

We’re discussing a formidable career for #WomenWednesdays during #BlackHistoryMonth.

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‘Pride’ - A look Back On #NationalComingOutDay

We take a look back at Matthew Warchus’ empowering and iconic film ‘Pride’ on #NationalComingOutDay.

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Mental Health portrayed on screen #WorldMentalHealthDay

We recommend five films that we feel offer authentic presentations of those living with mental health issues.

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Steve McQueen Birthday Watchlist #BlackHistoryMonth

In honour of Steve McQueen's birthday, we're taking you through a list of some of his best works to date!

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Spotlighting Ava DuVernay #WomenWednesdays

Trailblazer and record-breaker Ava DuVernay is our spotlight for #WomenWednesdays during #BlackHistoryMonth.

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#SustainableSundays – Giving The Green Light To Sustainable Film Lighting

Take a look at our summary of the best environmental practices within film lighting departments!

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#BlackHistoryMonth Throughout October

Find out why we're celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth, and what we're discussing throughout October!

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Spotlighting Nia DaCosta #WomenWednesdays

It's #WomenWednesdays, and today we're spotlighting the female American filmmaker Nia DaCosta.

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#SustainableSundays 'Just Eat It: A Food Waste Story'

Read our review of Jen Rustemeyer and Grant Baldwin's food waste documentary!

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Let Welcome Week Commence

Our recent LFA Graduates gave our new BA cohort top-tier advice on how to make the most of LFA!

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Tips For Looking After Your Mental Health As a Filmmaker

Take a look at our top tips for maintaining your wellbeing, as a practitioner within the film industry!

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#SustainableSundays: ‘The Year Earth Changed’

Nature's resilience and its ability to rebound from pollution is the topic of the Sir David Attenborough narrated AppleTV+ documentary...

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5 Films You Didn't Know Were Filmed in Hammersmith and Fulham

Discover our list of five famous films that were shot in our favourite London borough!

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Essential Viewing: 7 Must Watch Films To See Before Film School

We’re sharing a selection of recommendations we know will be impactful and insightful to view as an emerging filmmaker!

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Spotlighting Janicza Bravo #WomenWednesdays

Next up on #WomenWednesdays we're highlighting the life and work Janicza Bravo, who helmed this summer's hottest release, 'Zola'!

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Prepare For Life at LFA

Are you joining LFA this September on our BA (Hons) or postgraduate courses? This one's for you.

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#SustainableSundays - Fashion Frenzy

This week we’re focusing on the Costume Department, and how designers can best practice sustainability on set.  

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Spotlighting Emerald Fennell #WomenWednesdays

We’re zooming in on the breakout career of Emerald Fennell, known for her directorial debut ‘Promising Young Woman’.

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#SustainableSundays – Sharing is Caring

This week we’re looking at the Set Design department, to see what best practices filmmakers are using around the world...

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Spotlighting Ida Lupino #WomenWednesdays

This week we're taking a trip back to the 1950s, to celebrate the actor-turned-director, producer and screenwriter, Ida Lupino.

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Spotlighting Kinuyo Tanaka #WomenWednesdays

Let us give you a snapshot into the pioneering life and work of Kinuyo Tanaka!

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Netflix docuseries ‘Naomi Osaka’ is refreshingly unique

"A meditative intimacy is achieved by allowing Naomi to tell her story in her own words." We review fascinating docuseries...

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#SustainableSundays – Staying Hydrated

Help us raise awareness and lead the way for sustainable practices on film sets!

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Spotlighting Regina King #WomenWednesdays

We’re spotlighting the female actor-turned-director whose talent on-screen is equally matched by her flair behind the camera.

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