Become a BFI America Patron

Play a vital role in preserving over a century of cinematic storytelling, sharing screen culture with global audiences, and nurturing the next generation of filmmaking talent.

‘The cinema is more than our culture – the cinema is us’

Martin Scorsese
BFI Fellow

Discover BFI America Patrons

Enjoy exclusive access to incredible cinematic experiences on both sides of the Atlantic.

Annual invitation to an exclusive BFI America event

Celebrate screen culture with us at exclusive BFI America events in New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco.

Bespoke access to the BFI in London

Enjoy personalized, priority booking for sought-after cinematic events and screenings at the British Film Institute during your time in the UK.

Enjoy curated film content at home with BFI Player Classics

Experience the best in British and international cinema with a subscription to BFI Player, a video on demand service with a curated selection of titles ranging from iconic masterpieces to hidden treasures.

Sight and Sound magazine subscription

Broaden your cinematic horizons with a print or digital subscription to Sight and Sound, the BFI’s internationally renowned film magazine which champions and appraises the art of cinema and television from around the world.  

Quarterly BFI America newsletter with exclusive insights

Be the first to hear about opportunities to engage with BFI America, as well as our partners in the US and UK, including exclusive offers to enjoy BFI Festivals, including BFI Flare and the BFI London Film Festival, as a VIP.

The impact of your support

At BFI America, we believe in the power of the moving image to inspire, educate, and transform lives. 

Your support is instrumental in advancing our mission, enabling vital work in film preservation and restoration, education and skills development, and cultural programming and outreach. 

Your generosity ensures that these initiatives continue to grow and reach audiences around the world. 

To become a BFI America Patron, fill in the form above or contact bfiamerica@bfi.org.uk