our work DMS at BFI London Film Festival 2024

DMS CAPTURES THE BEST OF LFF 2024 WITH PREMIERES, EXCLUSIVE JUNKETS, AND CELEBRITY MOMENTS

The BFI London Film Festival 2024 is one of the most anticipated events on the international film calendar, bringing together cinematic talent from around the world. Our Creative Services, Media Intelligence, and Social Media teams once again played a pivotal role in documenting this prestigious festival, capturing the atmosphere, celebrity interactions, and media impact of the films showcased. From the 9th to the 20th of October, the teams at DMS were on the ground, delivering high-quality content to audiences worldwide while tracking the festival’s media presence.  

Amy Adams at the Nightbitch film premiere
Marielle Heller at the Nightbitch film premiere
Directors Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin at junket for 2024 National Geographic film Endurance
Drew Starkey at the junket for 2024 film Queer

This year’s LFF journey began at The Soho Hotel, capturing exclusive moments with filmmakers and stars. Led by our creative production team, the team handled a multi-room junket with directors of National Geographic’s Endurance, along with four members of the expedition depicted in the film, captivating the in-person press by sharing insights into the documentary’s production and themes.  

The team then headed straight for The Langham where they filmed promotional content with actor Caleb Landry Jones, promoting his latest project, Harvest, a historical drama from Mubi that was also debuting at the festival.  

One of the festival’s biggest red-carpet events was the Gala premiere of Disney Searchlight’s Nightbitch at The Royal Festival Hall. Our team was on the ground as Disney’s house crew to interview the filmmakers and stars of the film, including lead actress/producer Amy Adams and writer and director Marielle Heller, while also capturing all the candid moments and reactions from the carpet.  Soundbites were edited and uploaded within minutes, allowing media outlets access to footage from the star-studded event in near real-time. 

Later in the week, the team coordinated a hybrid junket for Queer, an anticipated romance film directed by Luca Guadagnino. Filmed on behalf of Mubi at Claridge’s Hotel, Guadagnino, alongside leading cast member Drew Starkey, participated in both virtual and in person interviews with media outlets from around the world, making this one of the most dynamic and logistically complex projects DMS undertook at LFF. 

Concluding DMS’s LFF journey was a Q&A session with Bring Them Down’s director Christopher Andrews and three of the film’s producers, held at The Charlotte Street Hotel. Our crew captured this intimate session using a two-camera setup for both wide and close-up shots, providing an in-depth look into the making of Mubi’s atmospheric thriller. 

While our Creative team captured red-carpet moments live on the ground, our Media Intelligence and Social Media teams operated behind the scenes to monitor the festival’s reach and media presence

Each team played a distinct role in supporting our clients and partners.

Our Social Media team managed the festival’s presence across social platforms, engaging audiences and promoting client films in real-time. This team worked with StudioCanal, as well as the BFI directly, to create and amplify content, fostering a strong online presence for each film and generating audience engagement.

Meanwhile, our Media Intelligence team focused on analyzing the festival’s media impact on a global scale. Using the HAWK ONLINE® platform, the UK and international teams provided clients with comprehensive, real-time insights across all media channels, from traditional print and broadcast outlets to digital publications and social platforms. This intelligence gave clients a full picture of their global reach and visibility, ensuring they were informed about their festival presence in every corner of the media landscape. 

The 2024 BFI London Film Festival proved to be another dynamic season for DMS, showcasing our teams’ ability to seamlessly manage multiple projects across a range of genres and formats. The support of partners like Mubi, Disney and National Geographic enabled DMS to deliver impactful coverage, ensuring that the reach of LFF extended far beyond the cinema. 

With the festival wrapped up, the whole team at DMS eagerly awaits next year, ready to capture new stories, faces, and moments in film. 

To enquire about our Video Production Services, please contact production@dmsukltd.com  

To enquire about our Media Monitoring Services, please contact robin.mcdonald@dmsukltd.com 

To enquire about our Social & Insights Services, please contact anna.zaikina@dmsukltd.com 

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