# Cynthia Erivo Hopes Film Sparks Consent Debate

> Cynthia Erivo's new film 'Prima Facie' aims to spark discussion on how 'no' is received in relationships and society.
- Title: Cynthia Erivo Hopes Film Sparks Consent Debate | Shortify
- Summary: Cynthia Erivo's new film 'Prima Facie' aims to spark discussion on how 'no' is received in relationships and society. Cynthia Erivo hopes her film 'Prima…
- Keywords: cynthia erivo, prima facie, lack of consent, human relationships, society, bfi london film festival, Cynthia, Erivo, Hopes, Film, Sparks, Consent
- Source: The Hollywood Reporter — https://hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/cynthia-erivo-prima-facie-lack-consent-michelle-yeoh-question-1236726964
- Author: Georg Szalai
- Published: 2026-10-12T17:41:56+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: cynthia erivo, prima facie, lack of consent, human relationships, society, bfi london film festival
## Cynthia Erivo
Cynthia Erivo knows when to say yes and no to roles and hopes her film sparks debate about how no is received in human relationships and society.
## BFI London Film Festival
The 70th edition of the BFI London Film Festival runs through October 18.
## Prima Facie Film
Erivo plays a lawyer who becomes a rape victim in the film, which she previously said would make her feel sick and angry.
## Key takeaway

Cynthia Erivo hopes her film 'Prima Facie' will lead to debate about how lack of consent is received in human relationships and society.