Below we have compiled a list of films with potentially triggering or sensitive content for audiences. As many of our films have not been rated by the BBFC, we have identified what we believe could be triggering films for audiences. However, we understand that triggers are personal and can vary widely. Our content considerations are intended as a guide so please use your own judgement when booking tickets. If you would like more detailed information about the content of a film, please email us at leeds.film@leeds.gov.uk.
Films with strobing and flashing images are indicated on their individual film ticket pages.
Most films at LIFF are available to customers aged 18 or over due to local licensing requirements, unless otherwise stated. Therefore, they may contain strong language, nudity and sex which is not mentioned on this page. If a film has a BBFC certificate, this is stated with the film information.
Explores grief/bereavement. Contains distressing scenes, self harm.
Explores image based sexual abuse, see https://myimagemychoice.org/ for the filmmakers' campaign to support survivors.
Contains themes of suicide and self-harm.
BBFC Certificate 18 - sexual violence, strong gore, necrophilia, nudity.
Explores online harassment and the mental health implications of a life lived online.
Contains graphic violence, racial violence, distressing scenes
Explores themes of war crimes, prison and detention, political killings and terrorism.
Contains sexual violence, distressing scenes.
Contains scenes and discussion of rape/sexual assault.
Explores racism and mental health. Contains distressing scenes.
Contains bloody violence.
Explores child loss and grief. Contains distressing scenes.
Contains instances of LGBTQIA+ discrimination
Scenes of suicide and mild suicidal ideation. Scenes of grief and loss. There is a sustained and emotionally intense depiction of the loss of a child under the age of 1 during one feature film of the night.
Contains discussion of sexual assault.
Includes warzone footage.
Contains themes of suicide and self-harm.
Contains sexual violence, graphic violence, distressing scenes.
Contains violence.
Contains references to sexual assault and racism.
Contains graphic violence, distressing scenes.
Explores anti-fatness and online abuse. See www.yourfatfriend.com for more information on campaign content.