Haley Bennett Opens SXSW Virginia Woolf Night & Day
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- SXSW London announces its screen program will open with the world premiere of “Virginia Woolf’s Night & Day,” starring Haley Bennett and Jack Whitehall.
- Virginia Woolf’s Night & Day is directed by BAFTA‑nominated Tina Ghavari and written by Justine Waddell, featuring a cast that includes Lily Allen and Jennifer Saunders.
- Savage House will also debut at the festival, with Richard E. Grant, Claire Foy, Bel Powley, and Jack Farthing slated to walk the red carpet.
- Get Jiro receives an exclusive first‑look screening, the Adult Swim animated series based on the New York Times bestseller by chef Anthony Bourdain.
- Official Competition selects six films—including “The Other Side of the Sun” and “Only Rebels Win”—highlighting SXSW London’s focus on bold, human‑centered cinema.
Why it matters: SXSW London secures six competition titles, boosting its program and attracting extra sponsors, which should translate into higher ticket revenue and greater exposure for the featured filmmakers.
