Stephen Frears to receive a BFI Fellowship at the BFI London Film Festival

One of Britain's finest directors Stephen Frears, who directed such films as Dangerous Liaisons, My Beautiful Launderette and Philomena, is to be awarded the highest accolate the UK's lead organisation for film can bestow - a BFI fellowship, a prize that is awarded in recognition of an individual's outstanding contribution to film or television. The ceremony will be taking place during the BFI London Film Festival and more precisely on Saturday 18 October.

BFI Chairman Greg Dyke said: “Throughout his extraordinary career, Stephen has produced a body of work which never fails to surprise – from sweeping costume drama to powerful social realism, his films strike a perfect balance between drama, humour and pathos helping to make them a hit with audiences and critics alike. He is one of the UK’s most important directors and we are delighted to honour him.”  

 

Stephen Frears said: "I've spent much of my life in the cinema and quite a lot of it at BFI Southbank. I am thrilled by this Fellowship."