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Netflix docuseries ‘Naomi Osaka’ is refreshingly unique
25 August 2021In her open letter for TIME magazine, the 23-year-old Women’s No.1 tennis player, Naomi Osaka, writes: “Athletes are humans”. This simple...
Prepare for life at LFA
13 September 2021Are you joining LFA this September on either our BA (Hons) Filmmaking, MA Screenwriting, MA Filmmaking or Filmmaking Diploma course? This one’s for you! Getting ready...
#BlackHistoryMonth Throughout October
01 October 2021We believe that film is more than just a mode of entertainment, it’s a powerful tool that can be used to break down barriers, give a voice to marginalized or overlooked stories, and tackle important...
‘Pride’ - A look back on #NationalComingOutDay
11 October 2021Image credits © Pathé / 20th Century Fox Matthew Warchus’ empowering and moving film from 2014 tells the true story of striking...
Moonlight review 5 years on: Barry Jenkins’ triptych symphony
21 October 2021Even if you haven’t seen Barry Jenkins’ sophomore feature ‘Moonlight’, you’ll probably be aware of the now legendary Academy Awards mix-up in 2016, that saw the gong for Best...
Celebrating Black pioneers in the film industry
23 October 2021Black creatives like Ava DuVernay and Steve McQueen have been celebrated for breaking records, as well as boundaries and barriers, in 21st century filmmaking. Did you...
LFA Showcase 2021: Celebrating the achievements of our LFA Class of 2021!
10 December 2021Our cheeks are still aching from all the smiling we did at our Showcase event two weeks ago! Image credits ©...
BA (Hons) Filmmaking Graduates Film Festival Successes
16 May 2022Our 2-year BA (Hons) Filmmaking is a practical, accelerated, and industry-focused course designed to arm you with the skills, knowledge...
Best Opening Movie Scene LFA Staff Poll
31 March 2023The LFA team are not just hard-working, passionate, and dedicated educators, filmmakers and coordinators, but also genuine film lovers; some...
Life after LFA: Insights From Former Filmmaking Student Bence Berkes
20 June 2023Aspiring filmmakers beginning their journey and embarking on a career in the industry require serious determination and vision. This is...
Life after LFA: Graduate Susanna Newman's Guide to Becoming a Filmmaker
18 July 2023Life after LFA shouldn’t be a prospect met with apprehension. Handing in final submissions and closing the laptop on two...
Life After LFA: Subject Screening and Q&A with Co-Director Camilla Hall
08 January 2024Arguably, one of the most uplifting developments in cinema over the past decade has been the growing appreciation for documentaries....
12 Days of Festivities: A Guide for Students Away from Home
19 December 2023As the festive season approaches, LFA knows that most of our international students will remain in London during December, with...
LFA Hosts Renowned Actor, Writer and Director Alice Lowe for Exclusive Q&A
19 February 2024LFA geared up for another unforgettable event, as we hosted the multi-talented actor, writer and director Alice Lowe. Alice gave an...
Empowering Future Filmmakers: Insights from LFA's Alumni Graduate Panel & Networking Session
26 February 2024Our event, welcoming the multi-talented actor, writer and director Alice Lowe didn't end there, as we invited students back for...
Life After LFA: Graduate, Alex Chorley's Filmmaking Career Insights
04 March 2024Transitioning from LFA into the industry shouldn't evoke apprehension. Instead, after two years of accelerated study, hard work...
International Women's Day: Inspiring Inclusion with LFA's Co-Founders and Joint Principals Anna MacDonald and Daisy Gili
08 March 2024This International Women's Day we want to spotlight our Co-Founders and Joint Principals Anna MacDonald and Daisy Gili,...
Life After LFA: Former Student Adam McHattie Offers Advice from Classrooms to Film Credits
08 April 2024Former LFA student Adam McHattie, now nearly two decades after completing his studies, reflects on his journey from...
Life After LFA: A Journey into Film Editing with Alumni Philip Brereton
02 April 2024We're diving into the inspiring journey of former LFA student Philip Brereton. Now, an accomplished Assistant Editor, with notable works...
Empowering the Deaf Community in Film with MA Student Anna Haig
18 March 2024This Sign Language Awareness Week LFA wants to recognise that the vast and expansive filmmaking landscape is one where minority...
Life After LFA: Starting a Production Company with Alumni and Jacco Macacco Founders
20 March 2024Meet Oscar and Gus, two passionate creatives and one-half of the production company Jacco Macacco. Founded while studying the BA (Hons)...
Empowering Women in Film: Eleanor's Journey from LFA Student to Camera Trainee
22 April 2024Meet Eleanor, a 24-year-old former student of London Film Academy who is now working as a camera trainee...
Empowering Women in Film: LFA Alumni Nana Nabi's Journey from Filmmaking Certificate to MA
07 May 2024The world of filmmaking is filled with endless possibilities and at LFA we're passionate about helping aspiring filmmakers turn their...
LFA MA Screenwriting Students Reflect on the London Screenwriters Festival 2024
18 April 2024Aspiring screenwriters from around the globe gathered for an event that promised to spark their creativity and take their careers...
Earth Month: Exploring Sustainable Film Practices in 5 Steps
29 April 2024As Earth Month draws to a close, we wanted to acknowledge the growing need to be environmentally conscious within the film...