Posted: Mon., Jan. 28, 2008, 7:03am PT

London festival unveils dates

Event runs October 15-30

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LONDON — The 52nd edition of the Times London Film Festival will take place Oct. 15-30.

Alongside a public screening program, which presents 180 feature films and 130 short films each year, the event will host panel discussions, masterclasses, screen talks and live events, as well as a comprehensive education program and a slate of industry events and screenings.

“Whilst the festival will always be committed to presenting exciting new films, which otherwise would not be seen in the U.K., our October dates also make us ideally positioned to premiere high profile quality titles due for winter and spring release, as well as to showcase some of the most hotly anticipated awards contenders,” commented Sandra Hebron, LFF artistic director.