6 Upcoming Film Festivals You Need To Check Out
As filmmakers ourselves, we understand how important it is to see other work. Not only to get different kinds of references and find inspiration but to network with people who you can collaborate and explore your stories. With that in mind, here are 6 upcoming film festivals you should look out for:
BFI Future Film Festival
When: 20 February to 6 March
Where: BFI Southbank
Why you should go: This festival is for people aged 16 to 25 to learn more about making films and progress their career further. You’d get to see short films, participate in script, CV and portfolio surgeries and network with like-minded folks!
Glasgow Film Festival
When: 26 February to 9 March
Where: Glasgow Film Theatre, Glasgow
Why you should go: If you don’t mind the trip, going to the Scottish capital could be an incredible experience for you to see a diverse set of films from all over the world, as well as original Scottish productions.
Romford Horror Film Festival
When: 27 February to 2 March
Where: Mercury Shopping Centre, RomfordMercury Shopping Centre Mercury Shopping Why you should go: in this overcrowded landscape, perhaps a niche festival could be better suited to find your potential collaborators. If you’re the kind of individual who’d rather watch Nightmare on Elm Street than Mean Girls on a Saturday night, here’s your chance to shine.
Manchester Film Festival
When: 14 to 23 March 2025
Where: ODEON Great Northern, Manchester
Why you should go: The festival hosts an array of screenings and Q&A’s over a period of 10 days. It’s also a good opportunity to escape the buzzing city and go somewhere at least a bit more relaxed, enjoying the best of what independent cinema has to offer.
BFI Flare
When: 19 to 30 March 2025
Where: BFI Southbank
Why you should go: This is one of the best opportunities to see diverse and unique stories from all around the world. Could be a great chance for you to meet queer filmmakers too.
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