Rejoice, film fans! The 52nd Times BFI London Film Festival is nearly here. Be sure to stop by for daily London Film Festival reviews and updates.

Festival kick-off
The action kicks off on Wednesday 15th October with the opening gala of Peter Morgan's Frost/Nixon, and the closing night gala on 1st November is equally exciting: Slumdog Millionaire, the latest film from director Danny Boyle.

Premieres
As usual, the London Film Festival's biggest draw is its previews of some of the year's most eagerly-awaited releases, including 15 world premieres. This year’s premieres include films like Nick Moran’s Telstar, Eran Creevy’s Shifty and Gerald McMorrow’s Franklyn. International premieres for 2008 include Anna Boden’s Sugar and Ryan Fleck and Ketan Mehta’s Colours of Passion. The latest James Bond film, Quantum of Solace, will also have its first public screening at the festival. Be sure to read through list of London Film Festival reviews to see which ones you’d like to check out.

New for 2008
There are also new films from some of the most exciting directors around, including: Oliver Stone (W), Steven Soderbergh (Che Part 1 and Part 2) and Woody Allen (Vicky Cristina Barcelona).

Family films
In addition, there are a number of superb family films this year, including The Secret of Moonacre, from Bridge to Terabithia director Gabor Csupo. Be sure to have a look at our list of London Film Festival reviews to see which other films are family friendly.

Fantastic films for all
Whether you like romantic comedies, action packed thrillers or indie flicks, the London Film Festival is the place for you. Check out screenings of films from dozens of countries and huge varieties of directors. Get a sneak preview of the showings by reading the London Film Festival reviews.

2008 reviews
The London Film Festival reviews are in! Check out the reviews from this year's films.