London Film Festival Exposes Gender Gala Gap: The BFI London Film

The BFI London Film Festival programme features 43% female-directed films, but only 2 of 21 gala slots are helmed by women. Director Kristy Matheson noted that the industry dial is not moving for female filmmakers beyond debut features.

🐿️ A 43% overall share means nothing when 90% of galas are still male-dominated—female directors get the indie slots, not the red carpets.