Free screenings and talks explore London as seen on film and video, with events at both the Museum Of London and its Docklands offshoot.
As well as shorts and archive materal, there are classics on offer, including A Hard Day's Night, Quadrophenia, Ziggy Stardust And The Spiders From Mars and Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets.
Workshops and discussions focus on the theme of Londoners at leisure, and include contributions from filmmakers, plus talks about seaside holidays, football (with contributions about Arsenal and West Ham) and the magic of Harry Potter.
Children will enjoy meeting Stephanie McMillan, straight from the set of The Prisoner Of Azkaban. For programme, check the festival website.
Museum In Docklands No. 1 Warehouse, West India Quay, E14 (0870 444 3857) and Museum of London London Wall, EC2 (0870 444 3850). Fri 14-Sun 16 Nov, free, booking essential. www.bigcityfilmfestival.org.uk