Short Film Screenings

We have put together a fantastic programme this year, including over 60 brand new shorts from around the world.

This year we have decided to to incorporate the UK and International drama entries into three outstanding programmes. Elsewhere we have an interesting session of docunmentaries, and a really mindblowing screening of animated and experimental shorts.

Close to Home: Local Filmmakers

Showcasing filmmakers from the local area, this strong selection includes films that have already received awards and acclaim at major festivals around the world. Followed by directors’ Q& A and a filmmaker networking event.

Around The World: UK & International Shorts - Session 1

A selection of the best new short films form around the globe – featuring filmmakers from USA, Belgium, UK, United Arab Emirates and Estonia. Followed by a directors’ Q& A session.

Around The World: UK & International Shorts - Session 2

A selection of the best new short films form around the globe – featuring filmmakers from UK, Canada, Poland and Italy. Followed by a directors’ Q& A session.

Around The World: UK & International Shorts - Session 3

A selection of the best new short films form around the globe – featuring filmmakers from Spain, Croatia, Poland, UK and Belgium.

Pushing the Boundaries: Animation & Experimental

An inspiring selection from the cutting edge of filmmaking with a rich of mix of styles, techniques and genres to explore. Featuring filmmakers from Slovakia, Netherlands, Russia, France, Germany, Iceland, UK, Switzerland and Finland. Followed by a directors’ Q& A session.

Life Stories: Documentary & Factual

Exploring topical issues and personal stories around the globe in this enlightening documentary strand. Featuring films from Peru, Switzerland and France and UK. Followed by a directors’ Q& A session.