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London Film School appoints Lia Devlin as Course Leader for the new MA in Film Marketing
- Tuesday 29 April
- 9:11am
London Film School (LFS) is delighted to announce the appointment of Lia Devlin as the Course Leader for the new MA in Film Marketing programme.

Why identifying your audience is crucial in modern film marketing
In the ever-evolving landscape of film marketing, two recent releases; A Minecraft Movie and Sinners, exemplify contrasting yet effective strategies tailored to their distinct audiences. While A Minecraft Movie leveraged its established brand and viral potential to captivate Generation Z, Sinners relied on original storytelling and cultural resonance to draw in viewers seeking fresh narratives.

London Film School alumni shine at Cannes 2025
We’re thrilled to share the exciting news that two of our distinguished alumni, Carla Simón and Oliver Hermanus, have been officially selected for this year’s Cannes Film Festival – a momentous achievement that highlights their extraordinary talent and the continued impact of London Film School on the world stage.

Anora and the power of film marketing
Q. How did ANORA, an independent film that cost $6 million to make, connect with audiences around the world and become a 5 x Oscar Winner?
A. Through the power of film marketing

London Film School selected as one of The Academy’s global screenwriting partners
Exciting news for aspiring screenwriters at London Film School: The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced that LFS has been included as one of a selected few global screenwriting programmes whose students will be considered for the prestigious Nicholl Fellowships.

FEBRUARY | STUDENT AND ALUMNI HIGHLIGHTS
We’re delighted to share more fantastic achievements of our students, grads, and alumni. Continue reading to learn all about their inspiring stories! As always, if you have any exciting news you’d like to share, don’t hesitate to get in touch because we want to hear all about it! Don’t forget you can sign up to our alumni newsletter here to get the updates direct to your inbox.

London Film School in Screen Daily
Director and CEO Chris Auty spoke to Screen International about the start of a new era for London Film School. With new courses, our new home and new Board members we’re in at the start of an exciting new time and looking forward to welcoming even more students to LFS.

The Evolution of LGBTQ+ Films: From Brokeback Mountain to Love, Simon and My Old Ass
Written by MA Screenwriting student, Shaarath Vihari
When Brokeback Mountain premiered back in 2005, it was a watershed moment for LGBTQ+ representation in film. A tragic love story between two cowboys in 1960s Wyoming, the film depicted the brutal realities of repression and homophobia – showing queer love as something secretive, dangerous, and ultimately heartbreaking.

The achievements of London Film School’s MA screenwriting alumni
London Film School’s MA Screenwriting programme has cultivated some of the most exciting voices in the film and television industry. From critically acclaimed feature films to high-profile streaming series, LFS alumni have made their mark on the global stage. Two outstanding graduates, Ameir Brown and Sam Jefferson, exemplify the course’s success, with their recent contributions to major television productions on Disney+ and Apple TV+ respectively.
Ameir Brown – Writing for Disney+’s A Thousand Blows

JANUARY | STUDENT AND ALUMNI HIGHLIGHTS
We’re well into 2025, and our students, graduates, and alumni have been busy reaching new heights in their careers. Read on to discover their journeys to success. Don’t hesitate to get in touch with any exciting news you may have, we always want to hear about it! You can sign up to our alumni newsletter here to get the updates straight to your inbox.