Overview
71st BFI London Film Festival | October 2027
Take2Film
Duration: 6 days
Group size: 1 - 20
71st BFI London Film Festival | October 2027
London, UK
Duration: 6 days
Group size: 1 - 20
Take2Film
Take2Film | London 2027
71st BFI London Film Festival | October 2027
A Modern Film Festival for the Modern Film Lover.
London, England
6 Days, 5 Nights
Take2Film teams up with BFI America to offer a premium, limited opportunity for our guests.
Join Julie Sisk and team in October for the BFI London Film Festival. Enjoy five nights at the elegant five-star Sea Containers London, just steps from the South Bank.
Your experience includes an invitation to the Opening Night Gala, a rare private tour of the BFI National Archive, priority booking for more than 200 Festival screenings and events, and a special evening in the West End.
Reservations and final pricing open soon.
Email julie@take2film.com or call 310.283.9921 to indicate interest. List members receive priority.
Please note: the schedule is subject to change for the best experience!
What's Included
What's included
Airport transfers
Airport transfers to and from your hotel.
5 nights at Sea Containers London
An elegant five-star hotel on the Thames, in the heart of the South Bank, with a daily breakfast buffet at the hotel restaurant.
Welcome reception
Meet your fellow guests and your host.
Festival briefings
Briefings with your travel host to plan your Festival.
Accreditation & priority booking
Premium film festival accreditation, for a reserved few, plus priority ticket booking for more than 200 Festival screenings and events ahead of public sale, giving you the best opportunity to secure tickets to the films you most want to see.
Opening Night Gala
An invitation to the Opening Night Gala, including exclusive pre- and post-screening receptions. If another Festival gala is of greater interest, this invitation may be exchanged.
BFI National Archive tour
A rare, behind-the-scenes private tour of the BFI National Archive's J. Paul Getty Jr. Conservation Centre, led by Archive experts, with train travel, refreshments, and lunch included. See video
VIP Blue Bar access
VIP Blue Bar access at London's Royal Festival Hall — a private bar available only to those with special access, for a quieter environment.
Tate Modern visit
A visit to the Tate Modern.
Lunch with a leading film critic
A relaxed lunch and conversation about this year's Festival.
An evening in the West End
A West End performance with guests to be announced.
Farewell dinner in SoHo
A celebratory dinner to close your week.
What's not included
Airfare
Some meals not listed
Optional room service
Passport fees
Trip insurance
Day 1
Welcome to London & Opening Night
Meet at [Airport TBD] or your hotel
Your host will coordinate your airport transfer to Sea Containers London, your luxurious five-star home on the South Bank for the week.
Welcome Reception
Meet your fellow guests and your host at a welcome reception.
Opening Night Gala [Venue TBD]
Your exclusive invitation to the Opening Night Gala of the BFI London Film Festival includes special pre- and post-screening receptions. If another Festival gala piques your interest more, this invitation may be exchanged.
Day 2
Festival Briefing & Tate Modern
Meet at the hotel – Festival Briefing
Your host will brief you on the Festival, covering your accreditation, priority booking for screenings and events ahead of public sale, and tips on how to plan your days. Additional briefings will continue throughout the week.
Meet at Tate Modern
A visit to the Tate Modern, conveniently located along the South Bank from your hotel, promises an enriching experience. Enjoy screenings of your choice that will beautifully fill the rest of your day.
Day 3
Behind-the-Scenes at the BFI National Archive
Travel to Meet the BFI Team [London Station TBD]
Meet the BFI team and travel together by train, then a short taxi ride to the BFI National Archive’s J. Paul Getty Jr. Conservation Centre.
Gather at the BFI National Archive – Welcome & Guided Tour
Coffee or tea and an introduction, followed by a rare, behind-the-scenes guided tour led by a BFI National Archive expert; an opportunity very few film lovers ever experience.
BFI National Archive Video:
BFI National Archive Videohttps://www.bfi.org.uk/bfi-national-archive
Lunch [Location TBD]
A relaxed lunch to round out your day at the Archive.
Day 4
Lunch with a Film Critic & the West End
Lunch with a Leading Film Critic [Name TBA]
Lunch with a leading film critic [Name TBA]: Engage in a lively discussion and hear their insightful take on the films everyone is talking about.
Meet at Royal Festival Hall – VIP Blue Bar
Enjoy the VIP Blue Bar, a private bar available only to those with special access, for a quieter environment.
An Evening in the West End Theatre TBD]
A special evening in London’s West End, with guests to be announced [Guests TBA].
Day 5
The Festival, then Farewell Dinner
All Day at the Festival
A full day of films and events of your choice, enhanced by your priority booking.
SoHo [Restaurant TBD] – Celebratory Farewell Dinner
A celebratory dinner in SoHo to close your week.
Day 6: Farewell, London
Departure Day: Airport Transfer Assistance
Your host will assist in arranging your airport transfer. Pick-up times will be confirmed the day before your departure. Safe travels!
ACCOMODATIONS
Sea Containers London
Sea Containers London is an elegant, iconic destination on the Thames in the cultural heart of London, the South Bank — perfectly situated within easy walking distance of the Festival's principal venues, and home to many of London's most recognized landmarks. Art, theatre, food, and music, all on your doorstep.
On Your Doorstep
London Eye - Experience breathtaking views of the city from this iconic giant Ferris wheel.
The National Theatre - Enjoy a captivating performance at one of the leading venues for drama in the UK.
Shakespeare's Globe - Step back in time and immerse yourself in the world of the Bard at this reconstructed theatre.
Tate Modern - Discover contemporary art in a stunning former power station along the Thames.
Royal Festival Hall - Attend a concert or event in this renowned venue with fantastic acoustics.
Southbank Centre - Explore a vibrant arts complex featuring galleries, theatres, and restaurants.
Borough Market - Savor delicious food and drink at one of London’s oldest and best-loved markets.
HOST
Julie Sisk
FOUNDER & CEO, TAKE2FILM
Julie leads Take2Film's festival programming and guest experience from the first inquiry to the final farewell — the person behind the scenes ensuring every detail of your London journey comes together seamlessly.
Founder of The American Pavilion at Cannes, The Worldwide Student Program at Cannes, and creator of Insider Cannes.
Phone / WhatsApp: +1 310-283-9921
Email: julie@take2film.com
Interested? Email or call Julie Sisk at julie@take2film.com or 310-283-9921.