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Neil Williams

@neillyneil

Digital and tech exec at the BFI. Previously GOV.UK, and a tough but edifying stint in local gov. Alcohol free. Fun facts: I can't form mental images and have no inner monologue (aphantasia) nor remember my own life (SDAM). https://neilojwilliams.net

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Exactly! I'm not yet in need of a phone swap but next time I am, I think it'll be Nothing

05.03.2026 19:23 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

PHWOAR those Nothing phones and headphones.

05.03.2026 15:54 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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BFI Player’s March 2026 line-up Cronenberg classics, fierce tales of resilience and standout world cinema collide in March’s arrivals on BFI Player.

The March line-up on BFI Player is πŸ‘Œ www.bfi.org.uk/news/bfi-pla...

03.03.2026 09:09 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Man’s gaming β€˜livestream’ at time of girlfriend’s murder was recorded four days earlier, court told Prosecutors allege Stephen McCullagh broadcast six-hour recording to provide alibi for killing Natalie McNally

"I'm not leaving my house tonight and definitely not out murdering my girlfriend or anything"
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026...

27.02.2026 09:47 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Innit! Just followed her insta and saw you beat me to it

26.02.2026 21:20 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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PLAGUE MUSIC - Album by KAVARI Listen to PLAGUE MUSIC by KAVARI on YouTube Music - a dedicated music app with official songs, music videos, remixes, covers, and more.

Discovering KAVARI and getting a new Squarepusher track in the same week is quite bloody marvellous music.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

26.02.2026 21:18 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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The week I turned 4 | weeknotes 16 Feb 2026 | Neil Williams I write these notes to reflect, remember (because I don't), compare scars with fellow digital pros, and for public accountability. Read more here. πŸŽ‚ It's my 4th anniversary at the BFI. It was exciting...

Another little weeknote from me. On the occasion of my 4th work anniversary at the BFI. Borrowing from Darwin for some light / lazy reflection... neilojwilliams.net/the-week-i-t... @weeknotes-bot.bsky.social #weeknotes #weeknote

16.02.2026 18:16 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

It's fun isn't it? So glad he's doing it!

06.02.2026 10:50 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The fortnight I got a robot tattoo | weeknotes 6 Feb 2026 | Neil Williams I write these notes to reflect, remember (because I don't), compare scars with fellow digital pros, and for public accountability. Read more here. Alternative titles for this post include β€œthe fortnig...

My latest mix of personal and professional reflections on recent days... neilojwilliams.net/the-fortnigh... #weeknotes #blog @weeknotes-bot.bsky.social

06.02.2026 10:49 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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β€˜It’s ridiculous’: publicans bemused by rise of single-file queues to get served Bar owners say they struggle to dissuade people from forming a line as behavioural experts point to post-pandemic β€˜new norms’

Queuing at bars is WAY BETTER than linear crowding and trying to get served. I disagree with the assumption in this article that queuing is a backwards step! www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle...

01.02.2026 13:22 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0

Ok so this is driving me nuts. Don't think I will be playing Crossplay with strangers anymore. So many AI-assisted moves I am sure of it

28.01.2026 15:51 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

This is out TODAY! Stream it tonight if you're in the states, why dontcha? It's a tight 93 mins, with a banging soundtrack and whisks you along on a twisty sexy dark adventure!

27.01.2026 16:57 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Subscribe today, regret it never! πŸ‘‡

27.01.2026 13:11 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Dear Microsoft, I would like to be able to delete a character in the text of a link in a document without deleting the whole fucking link entirely thank you. AMONG OTHER THINGS DON'T GET ME STARTED

26.01.2026 16:47 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Fairly confident all my opponents on NYT Crossplay are using gen AI to help them

26.01.2026 15:53 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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The team had fun writing the copy for this! Check out the 4K collection on BFI Player: player.bfi.org.uk/subscription...

26.01.2026 09:12 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Out Tuesday in the US and Canada! bsky.app/profile/neil...

24.01.2026 13:27 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Out on Tuesday in North America! bsky.app/profile/neil...

24.01.2026 13:26 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Coming out Tuesday in North America! bsky.app/profile/neil...

24.01.2026 13:25 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you kindly!

24.01.2026 13:16 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Starring Emma McDonald & Billy Postlethwaite Written & Directed by Joy Wilkinson

β€œ7 Keys is a white-hot thriller... flushed with sex appeal, emotional explosions, and sick twists” (Mashable)

24.01.2026 13:11 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Get ready to Unlock Your Fear... #7Keysfilm is out in North America on 27/1/26! Share with all your US/Canadian friends and get ready for a wild ride...

Released by @level33entertainment from @jevafilms and #48Fourteen Films

24.01.2026 13:11 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 3
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🍿 My wife's debut film drops in the US and Canada on Tuesday! Please share! Check out the trailer and the spiel below. You can pre-order on Apple TV in the US & Canada and Fandango At Home here: geni.us/7KEYS - with a load of other platforms will be added at the same link on Tuesday.

24.01.2026 13:11 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 1
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BFI Player The greatest global cinema on demand. Rent the latest releases, subscribe to classics and explore the best from the BFI, national and regional archives.

Please do subscribe directly though player.bfi.org.uk - that way you get our emails and stuff. We have apps on most devices. Shout if I can help more.

p.s yes there are rentals too, they're just optional cherries on the cake, check out the subscription library here player.bfi.org.uk/subscription

22.01.2026 23:16 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

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- a handpicked library of c.500 films (free with subscription) which we freshen with new titles each month including some exclusives, and emails guiding you to good stuff
- unique extras incl Kermode intros
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22.01.2026 23:16 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Daniel Kitson's early work in progress show last night at Stanley Arts Centre in South Norwood might be the best value fiver I ever spent.

22.01.2026 08:32 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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The year I turn 50 | weeknotes 20 Jan 2026 | Neil Williams I write these notes to reflect, remember (because I don't), compare scars with fellow digital pros, and for public accountability. Read more here. This is it. The year I’ll turn 50. Turns out I'm doin...

So far, so January neilojwilliams.net/the-year-i-t... @weeknotes-bot.bsky.social

20.01.2026 13:41 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

But also... Beginning to strongly suspect a lot of the major story beats this season are producer-led.

15.01.2026 09:59 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

My Traitors take (spoiler free)....
I went from wanting to read all her books before the episode, to wishing she would drown in the river during it.

15.01.2026 09:58 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Coated in... jesus christ!

08.01.2026 14:51 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0