Comedy genius Peter Sellers would have turned 100 this year. To celebrate, the BFI has curated a programme of films which best show off the brilliant characters he created. The series begins with a talk, Peter Sellers in Context, exploring his iconic roles and lasting influence on film and modern comedy. Lookout for screenings throughout August, including The Ladykillers (Alexander Mackendrick, 1955), The Wring Arm of the Law (Cliff Owen, 1962), Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned To Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb (Stanley Kubrick, 1963), A Shot in the Dark (Blake Edwards, 1964), The Return of the Pink Panther, plus the world premiere of a 4K Restoration of Only Two Can Play (Sidney Gilliat, 1961) on 15 August, introduced by Vic Pratt, Producer, BFI Home Entertainment.
See the full programme on the BFI website.
