Whilst there may not be time to submit your film to these festivals, you could still discover something new. Find a new movie to rave about before anyone else knows what you’re talking about. Or just see what it’s all about before you enter your own films for next season. And don’t forget, if you are making a film, check out the reviews offered page to see how to get your film or short reviewed on katetrinty.co.
Currently Running & Upcoming Film Festivals:
CineCity The Brighton Film Festival features global cinema, and takes place in Brighton from the 8th to the 17th of November. With previews, live cinema, and treasures from the archives, this festival has a lot to offer. Want to know more? Go here: Festival 2024 – Cinecity
Abertoir, The International Horror Festival of Wales which celebrates horror and genre films runs from the 14th to the 17th of November. A festival held in the Aberystwyth Arts Centre in Aberystwyth, where you could experience theatre shows, masterclasses, and concerts amongst the films on offer. You can find out more here: Home – Abertoir
French Film Festival UK which brings 200 screenings, 60+ films to 25 locations in the UK and runs from 6th of November to the 12th of December. This festival has a lot to offer and works in collaboration with collaborates with Arras Film Festival, Angoulême Film Festival and Dinard Film Festival. Want to know what’s screening in your area? You can find out more here: French Film Festival UK
Leeds International Film Festival (LIFF) which includes high-profile titles, documentaries, shorts, genre titles, and an animation and children’s festival. It runs from the 1st to the 17th of November. Follow the link to learn more about what’s screening (the image for Memoir of a Snail is so cute!) and for ticket information: Leeds Film
London International Animation Festival (LIAF) featuring animation for everyone, not just children. Included animated shorts and indie animations from around the world. Running from the 22nd of November to the 1st of December, the festival screens independent animated films across London venues. What to know what’s showing? Find out more by going to their website: What’s On – List – London International Animation Festival
London Korean Film Festival (LKFF) -only a few days left to experience this festival as it runs from the 1st to the 13th of November. Dedicated to Korean cinema, the festival showcases around 35 films and takes place at BFI Southbank, Ciné Lumière, and Institute of Contemporary Arts. Fancy seeing what’s on? You can find out more here: London Korean Film Festival 2024 | KCCUK
Manchester Animation Festival (MAF) begins on Monday the 10th and runs until the 15th of November. The largest UK animation film festival, it includes features, shorts, and immersive films. Industry experts lead panel discussions and deliver engaging keynote speeches at the packed Animation National Forum day. You can learn more here: Manchester Animation Festival 2024 | 10-14 November 2024
The UK Jewish Film Festival, dedicated to films exploring Jewish and Israeli life and culture, will take place at cinemas around the UK and online from the 7th to the 25th of November. If you’re interested in seeing what’s showing or buying an online pass for the event, go here: Welcome to UK Jewish Film Festival 2024 | Welcome to UK Jewish Film Festival 2024
I always get excited by film festivals, all the new films to choose from and anticipate. The movies I’ve missed, special screenings, and the possibility of being one of the few to see a new movie for the first time. But I didn’t realise we had quite so many film festivals in the UK. I love that some make it possible for people to get involved no matter where they are in the country with screenings at a variety of venues and online. But I do think we should have one in the North East. Oh no, wait we do!
The North East International Film Festival will run from the 18th to the 24th of November. And will include VIP events, workshops, and special screenings. A screening of the finalists films, and an awards ceremony. You can buy a 3-day pass for all the screenings. The venues are the Live Theatre, The Exchange 1856, Jam Jar Cinema and Lounge Bar (the pass does not include screenings at this location and are ticketed individually), ChachaBuchi, and The Cluny 2, Star & Shadow Cinema, Newcastle University Culture Lab, Northumbria University, and The Biscuit Factory. You can find out more here: What’s On – The North East International Film Festival
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