As the title suggest, the “New British Film Festival” celebrates British cinematic diversity in various themes and genres, from comedies and psychological thrillers to documentary dramas.

The key advantage for English-speakers is that all films are shown in English with Russian subtitles. The Festival, supported by the British Council, is an event opened to all – industry insiders can't miss it, but neither should cinema fans.

Some 15 films will be will be presented to the public at the “Formula Kino Evropa” multiplex on Kievskaya, one of the biggest cinemas in Moscow, from October 29 to November 4.

The festival's reputation grows stronger each year. The 10th edition of the “New British Film Festival” puts the emphasis on new cinematic talent and innovation as well as renowned filmmakers.

"Looking for Eric" by Ken Loach

One of the highlights of the festival this year is a comedy from veteran British filmmaker Ken Loach, “Looking for Eric”, which was showcased only to film buffs at the Moscow Film Festival this summer.

Among the “must-see” films is the latest comedy from BAFTA award-winning director Shane Meadows, “Somers Town”, praised by film critics for its wit and depth.

“Age of Stupid” with the Oscar-nominated star of “In the Name of the Father”, Pete Postlethwaite, is probably not the last, but an urgent, warning to mankind about the terrifying effects of climate change.

The festival's dynamic program also offers a rare opportunity to meet and talk with creators of certain films, such as the crew of “The Escapist”, director Rupert Wyatt and leading man Brian Cox, and the director of “Crying with Laughter”, Justin Molotnikov.

The star of “Pride and Prejudice”, one of the leading young British actors, Carey Mulligan, has already won the hearts of film critics and fans in “An Education”, a drama which has been described as one of the “smarter entertainments” of the season.

Valeria Paikova, RT