AestheticaFilmFest

Entries for the 16th edition of BAFTA-Qualifying Aesthetica Film Festival are open! We are looking for bold stories across multiple forms, including films, VR, games and podcasts. Submit to showcase at the UK’s largest screen and media event: asff.co.uk/submit/

#RisingStar Today we're spotlighting BAFTA Shortlisted director Rosie Agnew Her short documentary 'The Ban', showcasing the conflict in Northern Ireland, screened at Aesthetica in 2024 Check out our rising stars: asff.co.uk/rising-stars/

Call For Entries - 16th Edinburgh Short Film Festival One of the UK's biggest dedicated short film festivals, the ESFF is open for entries for their 2026 edition and is a BIFA Qualifying festival. Regular Deadline: Friday May 15th Find out more: edinburghshortfilmfestival.com/call-for-entri…

#FilmmakerInsight Oliver Smith | 'Troll Story' Director, Oliver Smith, talks about the meaning behind he animation depicting the crazy world of the modern internet. Submit your work: asff.co.uk/submit/

'Festival of Slaps' by Abdou Cissé An action packed tale from the palms of a Nigerian mother, full of twists and turns. Watch on our film library: asff.co.uk/comedy/

Three Weeks Left to Submit Your Film to Screen at ASFF 2026 Screen at one of the UK's leading events for independent screen and media, transforming the city into a vibrant hub for independent film, games, XR podcasts and music. Deadline is 31 May: asff.co.uk/submit/

#RisingStar Today we're highlighting Matty Crawford BAFTA and BIFA Nominated director Matty Crawford had his short 'Whiteboy' screen at Aesthetica in 2023 Check out our Rising Stars here: asff.co.uk/rising-stars/

Calling Musicians: Apply to Win £1,000, Mentorship & Perform at Aesthetica Film Festival 2026 Play live at our New Music Stage and reach key industry figures. Submit Rock, Soul, Jazz, Pop & more.: asff.co.uk/music-apply/

#FilmmakerInsight Shelia M Sofian | Disabled: A Love Story Her animated documentary tells the story of Terry who suffers from multiple sclerosis and her husband Jon who has cared for her since her initial diagnosis Submit your work: asff.co.uk/submit/

'Window' by Versus Perspectives shift when lenses tilt. Playing with metaphysical concepts of perspective and identity. Watch here in our film library: asff.co.uk/artists-film/

#RisingStars Today we're spotlighting Warda Mohamed Mohamed is a BAFTA nominated director who had her film 'Muna' screen at Aesthetica in 2023 Check out our rising stars: asff.co.uk/rising-stars/

#RisingStar Today we're spotlighting Sara Harrack Harrack is an award-winning director who's films have won her awards around the world. Check out our rising stars: asff.co.uk/rising-stars/

Winner Interview | Alexander Raptotasios & Konstantinos Thomaidis Winner's of Best Artists' Film, 'Mother Company', Raptotasios and Thomaidis talk through the decision to use children to represent the future of climate change. Submit your work: asff.co.uk/submit/

'Ovo' by Stiv Spasojevic A robot from outer space crash lands on planet Earth and begins to explore it’s strange, new surroundings. Watch here: asff.co.uk/family-friendl…

#RisingStar Today we're highlighting Sebastian Krolak Award-winning director, Sebastian Krolak, had his film 'Blessed by Sunlight' screen at Aesthetica in 2023 and has since won awards around the world. Check out our Rising Stars: asff.co.uk/rising-stars/

#IndustryNews | @BFI announces programme highlights for June 2026. The packed list includes seasons marking the centenaries of Marilyn Monroe and visionary South Asian filmmaker Ritwik Ghatak. Find Out More: bfi.org.uk

Winner's Interview | Simisololuwa Akande Winner of Best Cinematography, Akande discusses the inspiration behind her film 'Baby' with cinematographer Scarlett Gardner. Submit Your Work: asff.co.uk/submit/

Book & Save 25% on Tickets This Weekend Join us for Aesthetica Film Festival 2026, taking place 4-8 November 2026 in York, UK. Discover new cinema, meet industry leaders and engage with powerful storytelling. Save 25% with Code FESTX25XMAY until 4 May: asff.co.uk/tickets/

Mediterrane Film Festival Returns for 2026 Edition. The Malta Film Commission announces its fourth edition, taking place between 21-28 June across some of Malta’s most iconic locations. Find Out More:

With our Family Friendly category, we open the festival up to all audiences. Along with Family Friendly screenings, we also have a host of workshops for children to get stuck into and develop new skills. Book your tickets: asff.co.uk/tickets/

Join @directorsnotes for the third edition of the #WeAreDNAwards and their milestone 20th anniversary. The landmark night at @lanzaroteworks honours their nominated and winning filmmakers during an awards ceremony and celebratory drinks. 7 May, 7-11pm | Lanzarote Works, London Book Here: filmfreeway.com/DirectorsNotes…