Top 10 rented films on BFI Player in 2016

10. Spotlight

The 2016 Oscar-winner for best picture is a searing account of intrepid journalists uncovering a child abuse scandal.

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9. Love & Friendship

Whit Stillman’s Jane Austen adaptation follows the devious and delicious exploits of Lady Susan (Kate Beckinsale).

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8. A Bigger Splash

Dakota Johnson and a sensational Ralph Fiennes star in a tale of jealousy and intrigue in the Sicilian sunshine.

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7. Rams

The Cannes-winning tale of Icelandic sibling farmers was 2016’s surprise breakout hit.

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6. Embrace of the Serpent

Echoes of Apocalypse Now and Aguirre, Wrath of God abound in this Oscar-nominated odyssey through the heart of the Amazon.

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5. High-Rise

Ben Wheatley’s savage and brilliant adaptation of J.G. Ballard’s dystopian satire, starring Tom Hiddleston.

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4. 45 Years

The superb BAFTA-nominated drama with Charlotte Rampling and Tom Courtenay.

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3.  Carol

Cate Blanchett and Rooney Mara illuminate Todd Haynes’ intoxicating drama.

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2. The Lobster

Colin Farrell, Ben Whishaw and Rachel Weisz star in the ultra-weird dystopian comedy.

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1. My Scientology Movie

Louis Theroux investigates the secretive world of the Church of Scientology, armed with his characteristic deadpan wit.

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