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Four Film4-backed films head to 2026 Berlin International Film Festival
Ashley Walters’ Animol makes its world premiere in Perspectives. His directorial debut is a raw coming-of-age story set within a young offender institution, starring Tut Nyuot, Vladyslav Baliuk, Sekou Diaby, Stephen Graham and Sharon Duncan-Brewster.
Cate Kane Appointed Senior Commissioning Executive at Film4
Cate will join the creative team in January 2026 and report to Farhana Bhula, Director of Film4, alongside Senior Commissioning Executive David Kimbangi.
Four Film4 Debuts Premiere at Sundance 2026
Our 2025 lineup spans continents and genres. Each film offers its own fresh perspective, shaped by emerging talent who are already making their mark on the industry. Below is a closer look at the Film4-backed debuts set to premiere.
Sonoya Mizuno to Make Her Directorial Debut with Stages, Backed by Film4 and A24
Mizuno’s journey into film began with Alex Garland’s Ex Machina, which marked her screen debut. She has since appeared in a diverse range of acclaimed titles, from Annihilation and La La Land to Crazy Rich Asians and Shortcomings.
Film4 Future Takes Short Wins at the BIFAs
Film4-backed short Magid/Zafar has been awarded Best British Short Film at the British Independent Film Awards, marking a significant moment both for the filmmaking team and for Film4 and BFI's Future Takes initiative
Jonathan Schey’s Everybody Wants to F*ck Me Begins Production
Jonathan Schey’s razor-sharp dark comedy thriller Everybody Wants To F*ck Me is now in production in London, with a stellar cast led by Taron Egerton and Jessica Henwick. Joining them are Mia McKenna-Bruce, Charly Clive and Herbert Nordrum.