Bird – BFI London Film Festival 2024

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A 12-year-old girl’s fractured home life is transformed when she encounters a mysterious stranger seeking out his own family in Andrea Arnold’s striking tale.

This film screens as part of the 68th BFI London Film Festival 2024.

Click here to see the full festival programme.

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