The film plays Thursday as part of the festival’s Discovery section, where filmmakers such as Alfonso Cuarón, Maren Ade, Christopher Nolan, Yorgos Lanthimos and Barry Jenkins have also premiered early works.

Ade Salim Lilly, 35, pleaded guilty in May, admitting to the court that he made the calls between February 2022 and November 2023.

Met Police Deputy Assistant Commissioner Ade Adelekan said that Carnival was supposed to be a "family day" but was "marred by unacceptable violence".

For the opening and closing ceremonies, Balding will be joined by broadcaster and former wheelchair basketball player Ade Adepitan and Paralympic swimming champion Ellie Simmonds.

"I cried when the third goal went in. I'm so happy for Ade. He works so hard, quiet lad. Sometimes misunderstood because of his quietness but he's a great kid. Wants to learn, wants to always get better and wants to reach the top."