Empowering through knowledge and celebration
Film Strands 2025
Join us as we celebrate the talents of filmmakers, telling their own unique stories about themes that will warm your heart.
This year, we have six amazing Film Strands that will have you talking about them, long after you’ve visited. Make your choices to come see us from the selection below.
Voices Of Power: Icons Who Changed Sound
Thursday 20th November, 6pm
Sponsored by Marcus Bishop Associates
Her Power, Her Path
Friday 21st November, 8pm
Festival Events
Workshops
Saturday 15th November 11.30am - 5.45pm
Join us for immersive workshops on the role of the intimacy coordinator and get the heads-up on digital marketing for filmmakers. We’ll be at Queen Mary University BLOC.
Awards Ceremony
Saturday 22nd November, 8.20pm
Join us as we congratulate the successes of filmmakers, developing and honing their craft. Celebrate with us as we award in seven categories.
Opening Night With Music Film Strand
Thursday 20th November 6pm
Two exciting films, Bam Bam: The Sister Nancy Story and Roots And Blues The Muddy Waters MOJO Museum, will kick off our film screening programme!
Festival Sponsors & Partners
