Charts and Polls
BFI 75: Visions for the Future
To mark our 75th birthday, we asked 75 key figures from the world of film and current affairs which one film they you wish to share with future generations and what excites them about the future of the moving image? Explore their responses here.
Britain's Most Watched TV
See for yourself whether Coronation Street beats EastEnders or find out which Royal's wedding was seen by the biggest viewing public.
The Ultimate Film
Researched by the bfi and unveiled in November 2004, this definitive list of the UK's top 100 movies will be one of the most revealing snapshots of British cinemagoing ever produced.
Television: the small screen matters
The bfi turns its attention to the power and importance of the little box in the corner of your living room with the results of the 'TV 100 poll', and much more.
The bfi 100
What's the best British film ever? A reflection on a full century of British film-making and an opinion poll of those involved in British film, who have seen more movies than most, for an indication of where their professional tastes lie, what their favourites are. This list is intended, and offered, as a starting-point for discussion.
Academy Awards
British successes at the Oscars since 1927, and all nominations since 2000.
Watch This
The BFI and the Barbican jointly hosted a debate called Watch This! to discuss whether there should be a list of films that all children should see by the age of 14.
Sight & Sound Top Ten
Every ten years Sight & Sound has asked film critics, directors, writers and academics to compile a list of the best films of all time. All these polls can be viewed online.
Sight & Sound's The Best Music in Film
In September 2004 Sight & Sound invited film-makers and musicians from across the world to reflect on the relationship between cinema and music.
