The Bite Magazine - Autumn/Winter 2024 - Issue 36

bitefilmreview Under the Volcano intimate human drama, making it one of the more timely entries in this year’s competi- tion. Finally, Vermiglio, directed by Maura Delpe- ro, brings audiences to a remote Italian mountain village during the final days of World War II. Delpero’s painterly eye and attention to detail imbue this period drama with a sense of timelessness as it explores themes of isolation, family, and survival. The 68th BFI London Film Festival provided cinematic innovation and storytelling. With challenging, inspiring, and entertaining films, the festival remains a vital platform for filmmakers globally to showcase their craft. Whether through works like April’s emotion- al depth or the surreal notion of Memoir of a Snail , the Official Competition represents the best in international filmmaking. https://whatson.bfi.org.uk April Images courtesy of Getty Images The Wolves Always Come at Night