Supporting the screen industry in Cornwall. A series of events, networking, screening and talks. Industry Events at Cornwall Film Festival 2024 Industry Panel Thursday 21st November 4.30 - 6pm Venue The Poly Falmouth This year at the Cornwall Film Festival, we are focusing on the evolving relationship between audiences and content creators, reflecting the shifting dynamics between viewers, commissioners, and makers in today’s changing media landscape. We have invited a professional industry panel to discuss the most pressing issues, pannel + Q&A We are delighted to confirm Professionals who work across all the major broadcast platforms from SKY Arts, BBC, NETFLIX, ITV and UKTV wll join us. Tickets Industry Panel Speakers Sam Blair Sam Blair is an Editor/ Director Shortlisted for the 2024 Grierson British Documentary Awards in Best Single Documentary - Domestic & Best Sports Documentary with Ronnie O’Sullivan: The Edge of Everything Claire Peate Claire Peate is a BAFTA-winning screenwriter and novelist, best known for The Colour Room (2021). The film earned her the BAFTA Rocliffe Award and a BIFA nomination. Two of her books were WHSmith’s "Pick of the Week." Claire has spoken at the Hay Festival and has two films in pre-production Mel Mackie Mel is a Senior Development Producer at Rock Oyster Media, working across Development and Production predominantly in Factual TV and documentaries for all the major UK broadcasters such as BBC, ITV, Channel 4, C5, Discovery & UKTV, including a Netflix Top 10 with Commando : Britain's Ocean Warriors. Alex Hanks Alex is a producer and director with experience spanning factual entertainment, specialist factual, and prime-time presenter-led content. With a proven track record of working with top talent, a strong background in casting, sourcing interesting locations, writing and conducting interviews working across all the major platforms including Channel 4, ITV, BBC, Nat Geo, and Channel 5. Clare Tavernor Clare is a writer and documentary filmmaker known for inquisitive, socially conscious storytelling. She directed landmark series on music, feminism, and class history for the BBC. Her projects include award-winning Rolling Stones series, an interactive doc Run The Jewels. Recently, filming a feature documentary with Metallica. BFI Network Tallent Exc BFI NETWORK exists to support, develop and fund emerging filmmakers looking to kick-start their career. Jess Wheeler is one of the BFI NETWORK South West Talent Executives and will be visiting the festival on Thursday 21 St November, from 3pm. If you would like to request a 1-2-1 with Jess then please use the following link below. Venue : Above the Book Shop, 21 Church Street, Falmouth TR113EG | Map Link Book 1-2-1 Jess Wheeler Jess is an independent producer specializing in stop-motion animation. She began by creating her own short films and now collaborates on animation, live-action, and documentaries. Her work includes projects for BBC, Channel 4, and the BFI. Jess is one of the BFI NETWORK South West Talent Executives. Dinner Thursday 21st November 6.15 - 7.45pm Venue Pizza Exxpress Falmouth Between the panel and screening we are heading out to Pizza Express to grab a bite - please join us Best of the West Thursday 21st November 8 - 10pm Venue The Poly Falmouth A celebration short films from Cornwall & the South West Full programme coming soon ! Tickets See all the short film programmes Fireside chat Mark Kermode Thursday, November 14, 2024 3.30 - 5.00PM Venue Launch Pad Join us for an exclusive event with renowned film critic and author Mark Kermode. Best known as The Observer's film critic and co-presenter of Kermode and Mayo's Film Review on BBC Radio 5, Mark brings his sharp insights and passion for cinema to our fireside chat. With a career that spans books like Hatchet Job, It's Only a Movie, and The Good, the Bad & the Multiplex, as well as BFI Film Classics on Silent Running and The Shawshank Redemption, Mark's depth of knowledge and enthusiasm for film make this an unmissable event. As he presents and dissects his unique perspectives, this intimate chat will provide a rare opportunity to engage with one of film criticism's most celebrated voices. Limited audience – Reserve your spot early! Tickets Screen Industry Networking Thursday, November 14, 2024 5:30 PM Venue Launch Pad The evening will begin with a reveal showcasing the exciting events happening at the 2024 Cornwall Film Festival. This will be followed by an opportunity to meet and reconnect with fellow professionals working in the region. This event is tailored for screen industry professionals based in Cornwall. Whether you're early in your career, experienced, or an expert in Film, TV or CreateTec sector, this is a great chance to engage with peers and expand your network. Spaces are limited, so be sure to book early to secure your spot. Tea, coffee, and cakes will be provided. Tickets Film themed quiz Monday 11th Nov 7.30pm Venue The Lounge Falmouth Calling all movie masterminds. Put your movie knowledge to the test! This event is being run as a fundraiser for The Cornwall Film Festival Tickets See all the Q&A's at CFF24

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​Asher Rosen Filmmaker profile Cornwall Film Festival 2025 Filmmaker profile A profile of the selected filmmmaker from our compertition. Feature films from around the globe. See all the screenings at this year's edition of the Cornwall Film Festival. STEP INTO THE FRAME AND EXPERIENCE STORIES FROM ALL CORNERS OF THE GLOBE Cornwall Film Festival is a global platform inviting filmmakers from every corner of the world to showcase bold, captivating and innovative stories. BOOK TICKETS 11 Best International Shorts Copy of Best International Shorts Best of the Best CFF Awards Screen Stars Student Shorts Best of the West SW Regional Shorts 20 Under 25 Best Cornish Shorts Experimental Videos Press Blog Merch Store TOO MUCH: MELODRAMA ON FILM Talks CFF 25 Industry 2025 FAQ's & Access 2025 Diary & Tickets 2025 Black Tide In Focus 2025 Selected films 2025 Short Films home 2025 QuckCut 90sec FILMMAKER PROFILE SMALL GODS 5 PM | MONDAY 17.11.25 | THE POLY While struggling to provide for her son, an indigenous single mother falls for a charismatic street performer. But when a crisis strikes, it threatens to rip their nascent family apart… Director Asher Rosen Writers Chimpaye Florence Mariserena , Bizimana Hussain, Luke Eubule Reilly, Asher Rosen Producers Andreas Roald, Dan Wechsler, Ian Prior, Jack Pollington, Cimpaye Florence Key Cast Bizimana Hussain & Turinayo Jotham Dir Asher Rosen | 2025 | 1h 36 mins | Drama, International | CFF12A Film gala followed by a Q&A with the director. BOOK TICKETS DIRECTOR BIOGRAPHY ASHER ROSEN Asher Rosen is a filmmaker based in London and Kisoro. Asher began his career as a screenwriter, developing projects with production companies such as The Forge Entertainment, Range Media Partners, and Gaumont UK. In 2021, Asher directed his debut short film, MEAT, produced by Scala Productions. Meat won multiple awards, playing at numerous BAFTA/Oscar qualifying festivals and culminating in a selection for the César Académie's ‘Golden Nights’ Programme. Asher's second short film THE RABBI'S SON (2022) won the Pears Short Film Fund, as well as playing at a number of BAFTA/Oscar qualifying festivals including Athens International Film Festival. In 2023, Asher began production on SMALL GODS, produced by Sovereign Films. Expanding on Meat, Small Gods is a docufiction drama inspired by the lives of its lead actors and wider Batwa community. STATEMENT Flo first mentioned the concept of small gods (ibigirwamana) the very day we met. Like almost all of the indigenous Batwa tribe, Flo has no access to her family’s ancestral lands, which were stolen to make way for conservation and tourism. When asked what the Batwa miss most from their old home in the forest, Flo mentioned animist deities attached to specific trees, caves, or water bodies. She referred to them as small gods. As we began building a narrative around Flo’s experiences, the concept suggested further resonances. The writing process started around the dinner table and continued late each night, as the cast recalled events from their lives. The whole crew was immediately captivated by the rich and epic drama with which the tales were told. From their own perspective, they were heroes fighting for their dignity, but to an uncaring outsider they were no more than street performers. Stylistically, Small Gods aims to depict their lives on a canvas just as mythic as the one they narrated. In doing so, it risks running against the traditions of documentary-infused cinema, in which first-time actors are rarely asked to plumb the same theatrical depths as trained professionals. Fortunately there was no doubt in my mind that they were up to the task. Flo and Bizi have, after all, been acting their whole lives - performing songs, dances, or impressions for the tourists that now flock to see Uganda’s gorillas. In the case of Bizi, this is how we crossed paths. Known among his friends as ‘monkey man’, Bizi will frequently drop to his knees and perform his gorilla impression at the sight of a foreigner. One such foreigner couldn’t get over the mis-match between his deep well of talent and his stature by the roadside. Making the film was a stand against this injustice. By taking the topic of performance as a thematic subject, platforming the casts’ overlooked talent, and anchoring the camera in their perspective, the hope was that we could somehow defy and defeat the view of tourist, he who comes for the gorillas but passed Bizi by… Having worked with the cast since our first short film together in 2021, I have been lucky enough to witness the transformation Small Gods has made in their lives. With the immense help of the production team, we have not only been able to purchase her and Bizi their own plots where they now grow food and graze their new cattle, but also build safe sturdy homes for them to live in for years to come. After three years in school, Tuyi now speaks English better than I speak Rufumbira, and I hope he will get the chance to answer questions about the film directly. I am forever grateful to have been able to enable this process - it all feels like a small miracle. Perhaps we are indebted to the small gods… IN FOCUS EXPLORING THE ART STORY TELLING FOR SCREEN Each year, Cornwall Film Festival celebrates exceptional emerging talent discovered through our competition entries. From hundreds of submissions, one filmmaker is chosen for our In Focus spotlight — recognising outstanding creativity, craft, and originality. This special selection highlights a filmmaker whose work stood out for its distinctive voice and cinematic vision, representing the very best of independent storytelling. The In Focus feature offers a platform for audiences and industry alike to discover new talent making an impact across the UK and beyond. Our 2025 In Focus filmmaker is Asher Rosen, whose film SMALL GODS captivated our jury and affirmed the importance of supporting bold, boundary-pushing voices in contemporary cinema. Enter 2026 Competition now STORIES FROM ALL CORNERS OF THE WORLD - OUR FUNDERS & PARTNERS

Events | Mor Media Charity | Encouraging Creativity and Culture to Thrive in the Digital Arts through events, education, community and industry projects. Community Our community projects in Cornwall work with hard to reach groups who face social, cultural or economic exclusion from the richness of media culture with a focus on improving the health and wellbeing of communities. Mi Mor We are contracted by community organisations, councils and private organisations to run one-off screenings & monthly film clubs; from securing licences to marketing, we are here to help! Thanks to the Sedel-Collings Fund distributed through the Cornwall Community Foundation for making this happen Kernewek Fylm An opportunity to bring Cornish filmmakers and audiences together to screen independent work make by filmmakers addressing a wide range of cultural, political, and social issues made in the Cornish Language. Animation Projects From the annual animation festival at the Museum of Cornish Life in Helston during February half-term, to exhibitions, stop-motion workshops, short films, and screenings, we proudly celebrate all things animation! Short Film compertition Championing short films We celebrate and showcase the best Local, National and international short filmmaking and discover the most innovative and adventurous talents. Screening programmes, awards, expert judges and prizes. Learn More OtherRealms XR, VR & AR Programmes Experience storytelling like never before with immersive moving images through Experiential, Augmented, and Virtual Reality. We bring cutting-edge creators and their visionary work from around the globe to audiences right here in Cornwall. Learn More Intersection Art, Ideas, and Experience DIY pop-up events , interdisciplinary Exploration of Art, Ideas, and Experience through Lens-Based Media. From non-narrative to artist-moving images and installations, it all happens here. Learn More Our Funders

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Taking part in these workshops, you will have further opportunities for support, feedback and creativity. Creative Courses Info Our creative writing programme can offer you acredited and leisure classes that will nurture your skills and interests. We work online and in-person and sometimes even have a cream tea ! About The Tutor About The Tutor The workshops will be run by Amanda White Writer (Poet, Children's, Fiction and Travel) and Creative Practitioner with experience in education, healthcare, community and corporate settings and founder of THE DAILY HAIKU, with 11k+ members worldwide, supported by Paper Nations UK and writing for The Great Margin. Taking part in these workshops, you will have further opportunities for support, feedback and creativity by being part of our Get Creative Community in our Facebook Group where we will also share resources, events and links to other organisations. What people say... “Absolutely loved this workshop. This was my first time doing something like this online and I need not have worried. It was relaxed, fun, so informative and there was no pressure to be anything other than yourself, where you were at and take away what you needed to from it all. I can't wait for the next one!” Jeanette Davis “ A great workshop. Thanks for making me sit down and write and also giving us tips on how to improve our journaling. Jocelyn Murgatroyd What a brilliant workshop ! Thank you Amanda White. I loved the way you presented the session, so creative , encouraging and refreshing . I could listen to your compelling voice for ages. The hours flew by . It was such a joy to hear the unique , diverse expression and share time with fellow journalisers, too. Thoroughly recommend these sessions to anyone . Ruth Huckle “Come for the experience whether you think you are a writer or not ! You may be pleasantly surprised! “ Linda Ellis I can’t thank you enough for all your careful planning, you draw a wonderful community to you, some I have met several times virtually and others just once or twice, but each of us riveted to your teaching and exercises, providing a belief that it is possible and entirely valid for everyone to write creatively about anything that matters to them. Antoinette Costs FAQ's How do I use my ticket? E-tickets will be sent out on confirmation of your booking. Please keep your email confirmation as proof of booking, you can show the E-ticket, QR code. You don't need to print your ticket - let's support low waste! How much do tickets cost and which one should I get? How much do tickets cost? General Adults £8.50 Seniors £7.50 Children, Students, Under 25's £5 Preview screenings Adults £9.50 Seniors £8.50 Children, Students, Under 25's £7.50 Gala Screenings Adults £14.00 Seniors £11.50 Children, Students, Under 25's £9.50 Pay what you can tickets run from £2 - £10 Do you have any offers and discounts available? To book tickets for the best seats and prices, we recommend you book early. We can offer group discounts for groups bookings - so please bring your friends ! Groups of 10+ receive 15% off for all adults, seniors, preview / gala / special screenings Groups of 5+ receive 10% for all adult, seniors, preview / gala / special screenings Contact the office to get your check out code info@cornwallfilmfestival.com (please put Group codes in the title) We can not offer group discounts for students or Young people as these are already discounted tickets What is Pay what you can? Pay what you can is our innovative affordable ticket scheme, run successfully over the last 2 editions of the festival. We've found the biggest barrier to attending events is not being able to afford the ticket price. In order to overcome that barrier, we're removing the ticket price and asking audiences to simply pay what they can so we can welcome more people to the festival experience and inspire wider audiences. Here are some handy prompts At the £2 - I have no access to savings - I am under or unemployed - I can not afford time off and rarely afford clothes, cinema & books At £4 - -I often stress about how to pay my bills & don't always achieve them - I am employed but don't have regular hours - I can take time off and do go on holidays & occasionally buy new items At £8 - I can comfortably meet my bills and needs - I own private transport and can afford to fuel it - I have access to savings and have my own property or choose where I rent Can I get a festival pass ? Not this year sorry we have too many events to manage a pass - but please tell us if we need to sort this out for next year ! we are always open to suggestions. Can I book in person? Yes, for events at The Poly, please visit the venue, or call the box office on 01326 319461 What happens if I lose my tickets? Our Box Office team will be happy to help you. Just go to the counter before the event. You may be required to confirm your name, address and payment method. Could you send me a brochure? We are currently sending most of our communications via email & social networks, however, we can post you a flyer of events. If you'd like to receive news about events and other programmes please join our mailing list. If you have any queries you can contact our Office team at info@cornwallfilmfestival.com Monday to Friday, 10am – 4pm. Do you ask for proof of income for Pay What You Want tickets? We WON’T ask you for your ID,proof of earnings or anything else! All we ask is your honesty! Where does the festival take place? The Previews, Gala, Opening & Closing films all happen at our partner venue The Poly in Falmouth, Cornwall. Venue address - The Poly 24 Church St, Falmouth UK TR11 3EG Temperance Hall, 32 Lower Market St, Penryn TR10 8BH Falmouth Art Gallery, Municipal Buildings, The Moor, Falmouth TR11 2RT The Fish Factory, Commercial Rd, Penryn TR10 8AG Into Bodmin, The Old Library, Bodmin, PL31 2JX Princess Pavilion 41 Melvill Rd, Falmouth TR11 4AR Launch Pad Falmouth University, Tremough Campus, Penryn TR10 9FE Newlyn Filmhouse 23-31 The Coombe, Newlyn, Penzance TR18 5HS Falmouth Bookseller, 21 Church St, Falmouth TR11 3EG East Pool Mine, Agar Rd, Pool, Redruth TR15 3ED Will you be putting social distancing measures in place inside the theatre ? We are monitoring the current situation and will take action closer to our event if social distancing measures will be necessary. We work closely with our partners and will follow all industry and kitemark standards to ensure that your visit to our new space is both enjoyable and safe for everyone. Where is the best place to sit? The Poly has raked seating that is accessed via steps and rows of padded seating . Please be advised the space has limited accessible and has lots of steps on entry. Our team are happy to give advice if you have specific seating needs, please drop us an email. I am disabled and require a companion to attend the theatre, what is your Access policy and how do I book?" We understand that some of our customers require assistance to allow them to attend a performance. To ensure this is a possibility, we are pleased to offer a free ticket for an essential companion whenever required. The first time you make use of this service you may be asked to show proof of eligibility. We accept the CEA Card, a national card scheme developed for UK cinemas by the UK Cinema Association (UKCA. Free companion tickets are reserved for those who would not otherwise be able to attend. An essential companion must have the ability to assist the customer in the event of an evacuation or other emergency. What is your screening policy? We do not allow any videos to be taken during screenings. The preview screening will have security - this is requested by the distributor and security staff will be in the screen with night vision goggles. Photo's are allowed of Directors but please do use a flash during a Q&A we ask that you are considerate to our visitors. What are your return and refund policies Under normal circumstances, tickets are non-refundable. If the event you were attending is sold out and we are able to re-sell your tickets to another customer, we can issue you a credit note for the ticket price only (excluding any card transaction & booking fees) Do you have any offers and discounts available? Groups of 5+ receive 10% for all adult, seniors, preview / gala / special screenings. We can not offer group discounts for students or young people as these are already discounted tickets. I am disabled and require a companion to attend the theatre, what is your Access policy and how do I book?" We understand that some of our customers require assistance to allow them to attend a performance. To ensure this is a possibility, we are pleased to offer a free ticket for an essential companion whenever required. The first time you make use of this service you may be asked to show proof of eligibility. We accept the CEA Card, a national card scheme developed for UK cinemas by the UK Cinema Association (UKCA. Free companion tickets are reserved for those who would not otherwise be able to attend. An essential companion must have the ability to assist the customer in the event of an evacuation or other emergency. Read more about / apply for an CEA card here. I have a specific accessibility query. We are committed to meeting the requirements of disabled people. We want you to get the best from your workshop. If you have an impairment and/or learning difficulty such as physical impairment, mental health difficulty, medical condition, hidden disability, please let us know by emailing info@mormediacharity.org, stating whether you would like to discuss this over email or telephone. We will contact you in confidence to discuss any support you may need. FAQ's

Events | Mor Media Charity | Encouraging Creativity and Culture to Thrive in the Digital Arts through events, education, community and industry projects. Our Community Projects Our community projects in Cornwall work with hard to reach groups who face social, cultural or economic exclusion from the richness of media culture with a focus on improving the health and wellbeing of communities. Treth Caring for our Coast Treth is a community-led coastal environment project bringing people together to improve beaches, coastal paths and seabird habitats through practical environmental action, creative engagement and local learning. Mass Observation Project Become a Mass Observer Each year we work with the University of Sussex to support the Mass Observation 12th May diary day, recording voices from Cornwall in this important national archive of everyday life. What to get involved ? Readmore Black Tide : The SS Torrey Canyon Oil Spill Marking the 60th anniversary of Britain’s worst shipping disaster, Black Tide explores the impact of the 1967 SS Torrey Canyon oil spill off the Cornish coast. Mor Media Charity is gathering stories from those who lived through the environmental catastrophe and the clean-up effort that followed. This project honours the resilience of Cornish communities, raises awareness of the disaster’s long-term effects on people and nature, and connects past and present through a powerful storytelling. Coronavirus Stories Stories of ordinary people living t hrough extraordinar y times! Two oral history and visual projects documenting the lives of Cornish communities during the pandemic. By contributing to this shared history of the pandemic, we hope to bring the community closer together and discover the incredible diversity of experiences and perspectives that can be found behind every door on every street. Read More > Inclusive workshops Quality, fun learning We hold family learning, young people and children's workshops with several of our projects, from film to animation to digital literacy. If you are interested in us hosting a workshop, don't hesitate to get in touch with us. We have trained teachers with enhanced DBS staus. Picturing the Highstreet A visual history project Mor Media worked with Photoworks and Historic England to invite you to look at the high street as never before. The photos contributed to a photographic archive of the English high street; charting and celebrating the history and experiences of the people and places that make up an often-overlooked fixture in all our lives. Sarah at Picket's Yard David at No.27 Tom and Ro at No.10 Mel at No.12 Angie at the Famous Barrel Annie at Picket's Yard Nick at No.50 Tim and Sarah at No.22 Matt and Sue at No.34 Lou at No.42 Zoe Nemos Ben and Hannah at No.36 Sarah and Elizah at No.30 Dave, Clare and Emma at No.38 Nick at No.22 Pete and Leah at No.49 Available on all music & podcast platforms ...

Cornwall Film Festival 2024 Best of the West Short Film Programme Film Programme 2024 Talks Festival flyer Industry VR & AR Best of the West Internationals UK Shorts Student Shorts Cornwall My Home Artist Moving Images Best of the West short films Nov 21, 2024 8:00 PM @ The Poly Tickets Films from around the globe, screening at this years edition of Cornwall Film Festival This programme is supported by and will be introduced by Jess Wheeler BFI NETWORK Talent Executive SPINES Directed by Joseph Inman Deep in rural Cornwall, autistic Thomas loves to read. Retreating from a world he finds sensorily challenging, he spends all day buried in books, telling himself stories of heroes and epic quests. When a flying football starts a new friendship with sporty Agnes, Thomas initially finds it hard to relate and let her into his world. This distance between them means that Agnes becomes bored with Thomas’ storytelling, forcing Thomas to use his incredible creativity to make new stories for them both. Through their burgeoning relationship, he learns how to express himself creatively, empathise and learn from others, making his unique experience of the world around him more understandable and manageable. Exchange Rate Directed by Emma Stansfield A mother struggling to make ends meet, details the incremental sacrifices she will make to give her daughter a brighter future. Rodent Directed by Joe Fereday A rat transports us through the last vestiges of humanity as it forages for food for its family. Confronted by a formidable threat, we discover the true magnitude of recent global events. Multi-Storey Directed by James Barlow Sat in an empty multi-storey car park a dad attempts to reconnect with his daughter, before being interrupted - by two medieval knights. Dolls Directed by Robyn Egan A coming of age comedy, set in the early 00s, Dolls tells the story of Cherry and her unsolicited collection of judgemental porcelain dolls as she explores her transition into sexual maturity and faces the anguish of leaving her childhood behind. Bal Maiden Directed by Aella Jordan-Edge In an 18th century Cornish tin mining community, two isolated young women risk their lives to break free from abuse after a local miner pushes them to breaking point. I Want This Directed by Micha Colombo An overwhelmed mother is lost within her daily life until a midnight moment in nature helps her to find clarity. Clan Directed by Jaime Lock On the Isles of Scilly at a Christening party in the local pub, 16-year-old trans teenager, Cam, feels awkward and out of place in his small island community. When Teän (20) arrives, confident and unashamedly out in their non-binary identity, Cam finally feels seen. Their presence sparks something more sinister for Cam’s older brother, Jago, who causes a scene in the pub. To heal, Teän and Cam escape and walk the coast path. They end up on the beach, where Teän has a plan to make their trans mark on the island. Goodbye, Goodbye, Goodbye Directed by Annie Hammond A daughter makes a long postponed visit to her mother, set against the north Cornish coastline. Mr Lamb Directed by Paul Morel A successful business man returns to Dartmoor to fulfil a reckless promise made in a moment of desperation some eighteen years before. The Hold Directed by JD Donnelly A real-time journey through the past and present of champion free-diver Alice Hickson as she fights the need for oxygen during her record 7min30 breath hold.

Booking Page for all Cornwall Film Festival 2025 Screenings STEP INTO THE FRAME AND EXPERIENCE STORIES FROM ALL CORNERS OF THE GLOBE Cornwall Film Festival is a global platform inviting filmmakers from every corner of the world to showcase bold, captivating and innovative stories. BOOK TICKETS 11 Best International Shorts Copy of Best International Shorts Best of the Best CFF Awards Screen Stars Student Shorts Best of the West SW Regional Shorts 20 Under 25 Best Cornish Shorts Experimental Videos Press Blog Merch Store TOO MUCH: MELODRAMA ON FILM Talks CFF 25 Industry 2025 FAQ's & Access 2025 Diary & Tickets 2025 Black Tide In Focus 2025 Selected films 2025 Short Films home 2025 QuckCut 90sec DAIRY & TICKETS SHORTS Our programme of shorts features the most innovative and adventurous ideas from filmmakers whose short films manifest stylistic boldness, strength of form, and the ambition to use the medium in a way that resists cliché. Shorts to feature films, the Cornwall Film Festival is a British Independent Film Awards Qualifing festival. ENTER NOW WHAT'S ON Lifelong Learning week 3–7th November 2025 Creative Careers Month November Community week 10-16th November 2025 2025 IntoFilm Schools Festival 11-28th November BFI Blockbuster season Too Much A Season Of Melodrama Previews week at The Poly Falmouth 17th - 22nd November 2025 INDUSTRY FOCUS 2025: PRODUCING EXPLORING THE ART AND BUSINESS OF SCREEN PRODUCTION At Cornwall Film Festival 2025, our annual Industry Focus shines a spotlight on the vital and often misunderstood role of the Producer. Whether you're working in short films, feature narratives, factual TV, or digital platforms, producing sits at the heart of the screen industry. This year’s focus explores all facets of producing—from development and financing, to production logistics, distribution strategy, and creative leadership. Through talks, panels, roundtables, and networking, we’ll be lifting the curtain on what it really takes to get a story from script to screen. READ MORE STORIES FROM ALL CORNERS OF THE WORLD - OUR FUNDERS & PARTNERS

The award winners from this year's Cornwall Film Festival! < Programme Cornwall Film Festival Award Winners The award winners from this year's Cornwall Film Festival. The award winners from Cornwall Film Festival short film competition. Local, National and international filmmaking talent, featuring the most innovative and adventurous ideas from filmmakers whose short films manifest stylistic boldness, strength of form, and the ambition to use the medium in a way that resists cliché. Main Awards NO ENTRY Best Student Short Kaleb D'aguilar 12m 30 | UK Against the backdrop of the Windrush scandal, a Jamaican mother, Valerie Powell, struggles to keep her relationship with her son Eli intact. She suffers in silence as she battles with the government's hostile environment tactics, as she keeps the threat of deportation a secret, her psychological state begins to deteriorate as she grapples with the fear of losing her son and the country, she calls home. Yummy Mummy Best Short Gabriela Staniszewska 14m 30 | UK Ignored throughout her pregnancy, Lilith senses her identity is being smothered by her burgeoning motherhood. Her anxieties begin to have physical manifestations - then she starts to fall apart - literally. Hunros Jorna Best Regional Short Mickey Smith and Allan Wilson 19m 07 | UK An experimental Cornish language film by Allan Wilson & Mickey Smith. Translated & voiced in Kernewek by Gwenno Saunders. Across two decades a clan of curious misfits illuminated the frost bitten frontiers of North Atlantic salt. A pack of strays with a rare eye for heavy water, a halcyon era of exploration & camaraderie in the cold. From the supernatural alchemy of Kernow to the raw majesty of Eire, ‘HUNROS JORNA’ recalls a lifetime of human hearts bewitched by the endless sea. Murder Tongue Best International Short Ali Sohail Jaura 17m 38 | Pakistan It is May of 1992. The state sanctioned “Operation” has put the city of Karachi at constant unrest. Abdul Aziz Ansari wakes up at night and is informed by his daughter in law, Naseema that his son hasn’t returned home. As a knock on their door later at night summons them to the hospital, what they witness along the way is known today as the most brutal chapter of the city’s history, a sentiment of hatred towards their race, deep rooted beneath the system. KESTAV (Contact) Best Cornish Short Christopher Morris 15m 32 | UK A Cornish speaking alien returns to earth with the mortal remains of a 10th Century pilgrim. The alien comes with a warning, a gift and a proposition. GRZANEK (You Will Be Mine Tonight) Best Music Video Sebastian Juszczyk 5m 10 | Poland What will a man do in the name of desire? „You will be mine tonight” is a metaphysical insight into fascination for a woman, not a mere love story. The song is about desire bordering on insanity starring „the devil”, who hides in every one of us, waiting, whispering and tempting. The pact is made in our minds. But when you finally sign it to get what you want, what price is there to pay for it. What will happen to your soul? The Great Dog, Pan Best South West Experimental Short Toby Parker Rees 9m 29 sec | UK A film about rewilding yourself and living with things – panic and animals in particular. An anxious woman must explain the strange and possibly Faustian relationship she has with her therapy dog. Shot in two continuous long takes, with cuts between angles dictated by which lens the performer looks into. Featuring cameraless 16mm hand-processed in a foraged elderberry developer (panpipes were traditionally made with hollow elder twigs). More Awards The Paranoid Android Screen Stars of Tomorrow Rising Star Award Charlie Wilson 3m 45 | UK Coming soon The Electricity in Me (Ellora Torchia) Best Actor Matt Sheldon 10m 25 | UK Years after giving up her newborn son for adoption, a woman confronts her trauma and memories of the man she calls 'my monster’. All Girls Best Ensemble Performance Anastasia Bruce-Jones 14m 40 | UK Four teenagers head off on a practice walk for an inter-school competition. If they break the record, all their dreams will come true. But none of them are prepared for the consequences of Heather's ruthless ambition. Bugbear Best Cinematography & Best Music Matt Smith 9m | UK As a desperate man tries to raise the money he owes a dangerous criminal, he finds something in the woods that will change him forever The Wanting Best Screenwriting in a Short Alexandros Mattei 17m 59 | UK Adam goes to his estranged father’s wake, avoiding his own estranged daughter’s birthday. There, he meets his step-family for the first time and, getting a different vibe than expected, he wonders whether the old bastard has any more lessons for him. Yummy Mummy Director's Choice Award Gabriela Staniszewska 14m 30 | UK Ignored throughout her pregnancy, Lilith senses her identity is being smothered by her burgeoning motherhood. Her anxieties begin to have physical manifestations - then she starts to fall apart - literally. Murder Tongue New Wave Jury Prize - Best International Short Ali Sohail Jaura 17m 38 | Pakistan It is May of 1992. The state sanctioned “Operation” has put the city of Karachi at constant unrest. Abdul Aziz Ansari wakes up at night and is informed by his daughter in law, Naseema that his son hasn’t returned home. As a knock on their door later at night summons them to the hospital, what they witness along the way is known today as the most brutal chapter of the city’s history, a sentiment of hatred towards their race, deep rooted beneath the system. Aftersun First Feature Charlotte Wells 1h 36 | UK The stunning debut from Scottish writer-director Charlotte Wells, Aftersun juxtaposes a hopeful coming-of-age story with a poignant, intimate family portrait that leaves an indelible impression. Eleven-year-old Sophie (newcomer Frankie Corio) and her father, Calum (BAFTA winner Paul Mescal, Normal People), vacation at a Turkish beach resort in the late 1990s. They swim, play pool, and have fun in each other’s company. As they enjoy their time together, layers of melancholy and mystery ripple through Calum’s behaviour. Twenty years later, the memories take on new meaning as Sophie tries to reconcile the father she knew with the man she didn’t.

Documenting stories of ordinary people living through extraordinary times! About Coronavirus Stories & Community Stories Cornwall Documenting stories of ordinary people living through extraordinary times! Local communities in Cornwall talk about their experience of the Coronavirus Pandemic As the UK Government set out further changes to ease lockdown measures in England on 4th July 2020, Mor Media Charity launched Part 1 of the 'Coronavirus Stories' project after being awarded Community Funding. The idea for Coronavirus Stories came out of a conversation on how we document the experiences of communities during the Coronavirus crisis and resulting lockdown. How do we come together while staying apart? At a time when the news cycle is saturated with global issues, we wanted to turn our attention to our immediate community - the residents of our street. We asked St Thomas Street in Penryn, a mixture of residential, social, private and multiple housing to contribute their stories and their thoughts on the theme ‘together’ during this time, selecting strong and diverse voices, each showing a different side to community life here in Cornwall. The second cohort of stories explores the lives of Cornish people beyond the pandemic. Five media professionals, Gemma Gilbert (Ebb and Flow Media ), Annie Bungeroth, Morag Robertson (French & Scott Media ), Clare Tavernor (Phono Films ) and Amber Phipps, gathered records of people's experiences from all around the county. By contributing to this shared history, we hope to bring the community closer together and discover the diversity of experiences and perspectives that can be found behind every door on every street. The project shows a different side to community life in Cornwall creating important audiovisual records for future generations. “I’ve worked down South Crofty tin mine, been blown up three times, been shot twice, worked with the circus, skied all 'round the world… but never a pandemic like this, I don’t think anyone has… It’s unprecedented .” -Nick How it all started Documentary Filmmaker Clare Tavernor of Phono worked on the series of short audio interviews with the residents of the Street in Penryn, Cornwall. “I’m used to landing in sweltering climates and climbing into vans with armed guards in order to make films about art and culture around the world. When lockdown was announced, I wondered whether it would be the end of me documenting fascinating stories… but it turns out I only had to knock on my neighbours door.” - Clare Tavernor The Cornwall Film Festival charity was established in 2002 and run by a small team, freelancers and volunteers. It was founded by a group of filmmakers to advance the education of the public in the art of cinematography, filmmaking and other forms of moving images including films in the Cornish language. It now delivers not just the Film Festival, but clubs, events, education, training and opportunities in the media industry, working with groups facing social, cultural or economic exclusion from the richness of media culture. “I’m a member of extinction rebellion, so I have quite a sense that this is a crisis within a crisis, and the larger crisis of the environment is all around us… we’ve got to localise to survive ” — Sarah at Picketts Yard Listen To All Stories: About The National Lottery Community Fund The National Lottery Community Fund is the largest community funder in the UK – they award money raised by National Lottery players to communities across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Coronavirus Stories is a ViewPoint community media project production. Produced by Gemma Gilbert (Ebb and Flow Media ), Annie Bungeroth, Morag Robertson (French & Scott Media ), Clare Tavernor (Phono Films ) and Amber Phipps. Funded By Media Partners

Refugee Week film screening of Fremont with Iman’s Syrian Feast at The Cornish Bank, Falmouth. Refugee week We are working with Falmouth and Penryn Welcome Refugees to bring you award-winning film screening of Fremont Refugee Week is the world's largest arts & culture festival celebrating the contributions, creativity, and resilience of people seeking sanctuary. Film Screening Fremont Sunday June 22nd | 7.00 pm The Cornish Bank, 34 Church St, Falmouth, TR11 3EF Dir Babak Jalali | 1h 30m | Certificate 12A | Drama A moving and hilarious comedy-drama starring Anaita Wali Zadaand The Bear’s Emmy award-winning Jeremy Allen White. Donya, a young Afghan who moved to Fremont, California after serving as a translator for the American army, spends her days working at a fortune cookie factory and her nights wide awake battling between her desire to rebuild her life and the overbearing guilt she carries within. In a bid to connect with the world, she sends an unconventional message through a fortune cookie. See the trailer Order Food + Film £14 Just film £5 Donations on the door Syrian Feast from Iman’s Syrian Bakery Syrian Feast from Iman’s Syrian Bakery, vegan and mostly gluten free. Iman and her family have resettled in Falmouth after leaving Syria. Her food is made using recipes handed down within her family and she loves to introduce people to traditional Arab cooking and flavours. Vegetable rice dish consisting of rice, vegetables, peas, carrots, onions, fried almonds on top, and some sweet Arabic spices. Tabbouleh made with lots of parsley, lettuce, a little tomato, cucumber, lemon, oil, and quinoa as an alternative to bulgur to suit vegetarians. Falafel made from chickpeas, garlic, parsley, *sesame,* and sodium bicarbonate Baklava is a dairy-free, plant-based pastry filled with walnuts or pistachios, margarine, and syrup. Hummus contains tahini, boiled chickpeas, and lemon. Lentil soup with lemon and garlic. Order Food + Film £14 Falmouth’s Refugee Week Celebration 2025 Through a programme of arts & culture, sports and educational activities alongside exciting media and creative campaigns, Refugee Week brings people from different backgrounds to connect beyond labels, as well as foster a deeper understanding of why people are displaced, and the challenges people face when seeking sanctuary. Monday 16th June One Leg One Eye at the Cornish Bank Wednesday 18th June Community day Princess Pavillions 10 - 6pm Thursday 19th June Quiz night and raffle at the Cornish Bank Friday 20th June Sound of Resistance at the Cornish Bank Sunday 22nd Film Screening Fremont The Cornish Bank 7pm Whats On Learn More