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As a charity, we support between 6,500 - 9,000 people across our projects every year, through community projects, education and media training, events and industry work. 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 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 FEATURE FILMS THE ICE TOWER 22:00 | 22.11.24 | THE POLY A hypnotic new fairytale from Lucile Hadžihalilović (Innocence, Evolution). In her most fantastical feature yet, The Ice Tower follows Jeanne (newcomer Clara Pacini), a teenager who escapes her secluded orphanage and slips onto the set of a lavish Snow Queen adaptation. There she encounters the film’s magnetic star Cristina (Academy Award-winner Marion Cotillard), and together they embark on a spellbinding journey that drifts towards a chilling finale. Dir. Lucile Hadžihalilović | 2025 | 1h 58m | French (with English subtitles) | Fantasy | CFF 18 Film gala followed by Q&A with the director. BOOK TICKETS THE MASTERMIND 22:00 | 22.11.24 | THE POLY Josh O'Connor portrays a down-on-his-luck art thief in this smouldering heist drama. Dir. Kelly Reichardt | 2025 | 1h 50m | English | Crime | 12A BOOK TICKETS KONTINENTAL ’25 22:00 | 22.11.24 | THE POLY A bailiff confronts thorny ethical conflict in this sharp-witted satire from Film Festival favourite Radu Jude Dir. Radu Jude | 2025 | 1h 49m | Drama (with English subtitles) CFF18 BOOK TICKETS PILLION 22:00 | 22.11.24 | THE POLY A transgressive romantic drama starring Alexander Skarsgård and Harry Melling. Seductive, daring, and unexpectedly tender, this striking debut brims with charm. Dir. Harry Lighton | 2025 | 1h 43m | English | Comedy, Drama, Romance | CFF18 BOOK TICKETS HERETIC 22:00 | 22.11.24 | THE POLY Hugh Grant stars as the diabolical Mr. Reed in a horror tale of two young missionaries trapped in his sinister home. Dir Scott Beck, Bryan Woods 1h 51m | Horror/Mystery | 2024 BOOK TICKETS HERETIC 22:00 | 22.11.24 | THE POLY Hugh Grant stars as the diabolical Mr. Reed in a horror tale of two young missionaries trapped in his sinister home.Hugh Grant stars as the diabolical Mr. Reed in a horror tale of two young missionaries trapped in his sinister home. Dir Scott Beck, Bryan Woods 1h 51m | Horror/Mystery | 2024 Film gala followed by Q&A with the director. BOOK TICKETS HERETIC 22:00 | 22.11.24 | THE POLY Hugh Grant stars as the diabolical Mr. Reed in a horror tale of two young missionaries trapped in his sinister home. Dir Scott Beck, Bryan Woods 1h 51m | Horror/Mystery | 2024 BOOK TICKETS HERETIC 22:00 | 22.11.24 | THE POLY Hugh Grant stars as the diabolical Mr. Reed in a horror tale of two young missionaries trapped in his sinister home. Dir Scott Beck, Bryan Woods 1h 51m | Horror/Mystery | 2024 BOOK TICKETS HERETIC 22:00 | 22.11.24 | THE POLY Hugh Grant stars as the diabolical Mr. Reed in a horror tale of two young missionaries trapped in his sinister home. Dir Scott Beck, Bryan Woods 1h 51m | Horror/Mystery | 2024 BOOK TICKETS HERETIC 22:00 | 22.11.24 | THE POLY Hugh Grant stars as the diabolical Mr. Reed in a horror tale of two young missionaries trapped in his sinister home. Dir Scott Beck, Bryan Woods 1h 51m | Horror/Mystery | 2024 BOOK 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

Courses In Cornwall Info Cornish residents are entitled to one FREE place on any of our workshops. Completion of a participant form and ID will be required. The ESF Get Creative programme is delivered as part of the ESF (European Social Fund) Widening Participation through Skills Project. Our Tutor FAQ's Cultivate Programme Workshops are open to everybody We strongly believe everybody is creative; everybody ‘writes’, Writing is what you think, say, see, touch, feel and do – you just need to choose how to express it. These workshops will be fun, engaging and accessible – valuing everyday creativity. The ESF Get Creative programme is delivered as part of the ESF Widening Participation through Skills Project. About 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. Costs Cornish residents, who have NOT attended an ESF funded workshop previously, are entitled to ONE free workshop , subsidised by the European Social Fund, subject to completing a participant form and providing ID. Please use the ESF supported Cornish Resident ticket link to claim your free workshop. Costs FAQ's 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.

We offer a selection of passes for both Industry and General audiences, including our Industry Pass, Saturday Pass and a week-long Festival pass for those who want to squeeze everything they can out of this year's event! Cornwall Film Festival Passes About Our Passes We offer a selection of passes for both Industry and General audiences, including our Industry Pass, Saturday Pass and a week-long Festival pass for those who want to squeeze everything they can out of this year's event! Perks include: Early entry into events (priority seating) Seat selection (reserved seating) A CFF lanyard A CFF poster Bar discount Gift bags 8 DAYS TO THE EVENT Film-themed PUB QUIZ 12 Nov 2025, 19:30 Palacio Lounge - Falmouth Buy Now

The best short films from our home, Cornwall! < Programme Best Cornish Shorts Various The best films from our home, Cornwall! The longlist selected best of Cornish independent short filmmakers from Cornwall Film Festival short film competition. The winner in this section is invited to Best of the Best Screening on Saturday 19th November at 10am at The Poly Falmouth during the Film Festival CONTACT (KESTAV) Christopher James 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. Fleas Elizabeth Huntzinger 12m 04 | UK Adam walks into a sleepy Sunday morning church service, where he does not feel welcome. With the weight of original sin on his shoulders, he attempts to ask forgiveness from God. A fruitless task when he is struggling to forgive himself. Lethytep: A Cornish Wildlife Haven Gemma Gilbert 10m 21 | UK A documentary showcasing the tremendous efforts of Philip & Faith Hambly in transforming 52 acres of intensively farmed land into a secluded wildlife haven. Lethytep is a sanctuary for many native plant, insect, bird and mammal species. Sensibility Ben Kernow 14m 02 | UK The Howard's find themselves on the outskirts of London Society, however the unexpected arrival of a young eligible bachelor, and a Duke at that, offers the promises of a lifetime. The only thing standing in their way are themselves. Lady Howard must do battle with her cohort of un-married children if she is to stand any hope of capitalising on this once a season opportunity of bolstering the families standing within society. Lonely Christmas Day Denise Harrison 5m 30 | UK A short, dark animation about curveballs and consequences, this is a film written to accompany the soon to be released Charity Christmas Single "Lonely Christmas Day" A Village with a View Joseph Inman 19m 59 | UK In wartime Britain, a Lord permitted unused land on Cornwall’s Rame Peninsula to be built on. Tiny chalets appeared, each as individual as its owner, and the community of Freathy came to life. In 2016, with Cornwall’s tourism industry booming, the Lord’s estate announced that they own everything the residents have built over generations. The community were offered the chance to buy their own homes at an extortionate price – most were unable to pay. A ticking time bomb of eviction begins. Awakening from Silence Alex Falconer 9m 19 | UK A woman’s consciousness sparks into life, revealing the real nature of her existence, one she can no longer ignore. (Tebel Venyn) Terrible Woman Izzy Wilkinson 6m 58 | UK A short dark storytelling piece about isolation and obsession. Our story is told from the perspective of Eva, a young woman left behind in her sleepy coastal village by the death of her best friend, Cassandra. Still reeling from the sudden tragedy, Eva discovers something dark residing in the waters that surround her community, after forming an abnormal affinity with the creature Eva then begins to blur the line between good and evil. Mab Hudel Edward Rowe 11m 41 | UK Enys is a young man who lives and works on a farm with his widowed mother and his grandmother. Like his dead father, Enys is an exceptional rugby player and leads his team to the final of The Cornwall Cup. Not only does Enys have the pressure of filling his dad's boots both on the farm and the rugby field, he is wrestling with a new relationship he is desperate to keep a secret.

Cornwall Film Festival 2025 Best Narrative and Non-Narrative Student Short Films 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 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 FRESH SHORTS SOVIET FANTASIA DIRECTOR Penn Bálint A surreal exploration of queer identity in the face of immigration, following teenager Hajnal as they grapple with the demands of leaving behind their post-Soviet country in favour of a new life in England. THE BEGINNING OF IDENTIFICATION, AND ITS END DIRECTOR Philipp Gufler Philipp Gufler’s short film is made up of a performance by the artist and film scenes of archive material relating to queer and transgender content. Divided across two sides, in the 19-minute piece we witness explicit, low-threshold expressions of sexuality that breaks with the norm. BARK. DIRECTOR Caoimhe M. Harley As a young woman walks home alone one night, a chance encounter with a missing dog incites the reclamation of her body and self — as she learns to bite as tough as her bark. HI MOM, IT'S ME, LOU LOU DIRECTOR Atakan Yılmaz Hakkı, a university student earning his keep through Drag Queen performances in Istanbul, is jolted by the news of his mother's passing. Concealing his sexual orientation from all but his late mother, he returns to the family home after three years, confronting the weighty expectations of being the only male offspring. EVERYTHING YOU WANT DIRECTOR Mariana Machado “Magic is people, illusionism is what traps them.” LIMP DIRECTOR Harry Faint During PE at a Cornish Secondary School, the new kid tries his best to hide who he is to fit in. HEARTWARE DIRECTOR Leander Behal After his colleague self-destructs by eating ice cream, android Clu tries to process his emotions. JOE DIRECTOR Tom Brittney Hiding in an empty house on the Norfolk coast, a tormented young man is hunted by a relentless enemy and haunted by the ghost of a lost love. As the voice of a river and the presence of a dead whale pull him deeper into his memories, he must confront a path leading to his inescapable fate. CARCLEW DIRECTOR Seth Harrison Martha is searching for her lost dog in the dark countryside of Cornwall. She stumbles upon an isolated farmhouse, where two strange and cryptic men reside. As the night unfolds, Martha uncovers their disturbing secret — and must escape before she becomes their next victim. SHORTS ENTER 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 STORIES FROM ALL CORNERS OF THE WORLD - OUR FUNDERS & PARTNERS

Our programmes offer a diverse range of opportunities for volunteers, interns, and mentees. By getting involved, you’ll gain valuable experience, develop new skills, and expand your professional network. Participants can benefit from mentorship, hands-on learning, and the chance to contribute to meaningful projects. Join us and be a part of something impactful! Opportunities at Mor Media Charity Our programmes offers a diverse range of opportunities for volunteers, interns, and mentees. By getting involved, you’ll gain valuable experience, develop new skills, and expand your professional network. Participants can benefit from mentorship, hands-on learning, and the chance to contribute to meaningful projects. Join us and be a part of something impactful! We're Recruiting Trustees! Mor Media Charity is looking for new trustees to join our Board. If you’re passionate about film, media, and the power of creativity to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.We welcome individuals from all backgrounds — especially those with experience in charity governance, finance, education, creative industries or community work. You don’t need previous board experience, just a commitment to our mission and a willingness to get involved.Help us shape the future of inclusive, community-led media in Cornwall and beyond. 📩 To find out more or register your interest here > DEADLINE SUNDAY 31st August Volunteer Make a difference by volunteering with us and supporting meaningful projects in your community Learn more about the M1 programme > Internships Gain hands-on experience and grow your skills by interning for 3-6 months with our team Learn more about the M2 programme > Mentoring Share your expertise as a mentor or learn and grow as a mentee in our inspiring mentorship programme Coming soon ! The M3 programme 🎬 Calling All Filmmakers! 🎬 Your Short Film Belongs at CFF 2025 The Cornwall Film Festival is open for entries from across the globe. 12 Categories from local to International. Enter the competition now! We are looking for bold, innovative, and genuine stories! Our festival is not only a way to show established filmmakers' work, but also to give visibility to those who are emerging. Our previous expert judges have included Die Hexen (You are Not My Mother), Andy De Emmony (The Last Kingdom, Four Kids & It), Kate Cheesman (Doc Martin, Call the Midwife), Joss Agnew (The Man Who Fell To Earth, Poldark), Clare Tavernor (My Life as a Rolling Stone, Huey Morgan's Latin Music Adventure) and many more. British film director Mike Leigh is the festival's patron. Enter now Opportunities to get involved with the 2025 Cornwall Film Festival New Wave Jury - OPEN Are you 18-25? Do you love to write about film? Are you South West Based? This is for you! You will have the opportunity to critically judge and select award-winning short films, have meetings with industry-relevant professionals and write about film for our New Wave Journal. This year's deadline is the Monday, 6th October at 5pm Learn More Apply now We invite filmmakers from around the globe to submit bold, innovative, and authentic stories that showcase distinctive storytelling and stylistic boldness, this is your opportunity to sit at the heart of the festival. Film Selectors - Closed If you have a passion for film culture, an aspiring filmmaker or just love cinema. Based anywhere in the world ! Flexible schedule and festival credit This is for you! APPLY Now - 1st Deadline 19th April You will have the opportunity to work with the festival team to critically judge and select award-winning short films. This might be the first step in your career, or you're an experienced juror we would love to hear from you! Apply now NEW for 2025 FEATURES - The best emerging long-form films from across the globe. Queer on Screen The best of queer filmmaking and/or queer stories in both narrative (fiction) and non-narrative genres from UK and beyond Environmental, Climate & Sustainability Projects that address the Environment and/or Climate and/or Sustainability NOTE: Returning Jurors fast track application

Here are the award winners from Cornwall Film Festival 2023. About This year, as part of the Cornwall Film Festival, we will bring you 6 programmes of short films! from filmmakers whose short films manifest stylistic boldness, strength of form, and the ambition to use the medium in a way that resists cliché including award winners from the Cornwall Film Festival short-film competition. Short film at Cornwall Film Festival 2023 Innovative and adventurous ideas About Expermental Student Uk Short International Best of West Awards About Awards The 2023 Awards We are delighted to announce the 2023 Award winners in Short Films Best Film - SCALE directed by Joseph Pierce Best Experimental Film - STEINRUNNI(PETRIFIED) by Chris Paul Daniels, Anton Kaldal Ágústsson (Tonik Ensemble) Experimental Runner-Up - [paˈljit͡sj] directed by Ania Mokrzycka Best Cornish Film - ART directed by Ben Kernow Best South West Film - NOT SURGERY HOURS directed by Tia Salisbury Best Student Short Film - YOUR GUARDIAN(Čuvam te) directed by Mimi Vlaovic Student Short Film Runner-Up - FORGOTTEN FORESTS directed by Robyn Dean Best Screen Stars of Tomorrow - BELLOTA directed by Rosie Moore Screen Stars of Tomorrow Runner-Up - THE RIFT directed by Tom Allen-Jeffrey Best Actor - Anastasia Hille in ROSES Best Ensemble Performance - ROSES directed by Coral Knights Best Cinematography - MÅNGATA - DOP : Carola Rodríguez Sanchez Best Screenwritting - YOUR GUARDIAN(Čuvam te) written by Mimi Vlaovic Best Music - SCALE directed by Joseph Pierce NEW WAVE JURY WINNER - ANU directed by Pulkit Arora NEW WAVE JURY RUNNER-UP - TOMATO KITCHEN directed by Junyi Xiao NEW WAVE JURY SPECIAL MENTION - A FENCE IS A FENCE BUT THE CLOUDS MOVE FREELY directed by Curtis Miller Expermental film Experimental Film Weekender Friday 10th and Saturday 11th November 11 am - 5 pm Venue - CMR Project Space, Redruth. Dive into a whirlwind of creativity and innovation as filmmakers push the boundaries of storytelling, visuals, and sound. Immerse yourself in a world of thought-provoking narratives, breathtaking visuals, and cutting-edge techniques, all in one weekend.Don't miss this unique opportunity to witness the future of filmmaking at the heart of Cornwall's artistic scene. A packed weekend of screenings, pop up cinema and open studio door & talks Info student Selected Student Films 2023 THREAD TENSION Directed by Ruby Mastrodimos Frequency Directed by Zsófia Bujáki Your Guardian (Čuvam te) Directed by Mimi Vlaovic Lullaby for the Lost Directed by Tom Potter Forgotten Forests Directed by Robyn Dean Yuta Directed by Matheus Malburg Waiting For Kalki Directed by Nimay Goswami Bellota Directed by Rosie Moore The Rift Directed by Tom Allen-Jeffrey Showcase of Student Shorts 2023 15 Nov 2023, 12:00 GMT The Poly, Falmouth Details UK short Selected Best UK Short Films 2023 I am Kanaka Directed by Genevieve Sulway Firefly Directed by Anne-Marie Scragg The Virtual Llama Directed by Tom Cozens SCALE Directed by Joseph Pierce Nearly Never Directed by Peter Franklyn Banks The Ride Directed by Tara Aghdashloo Safe Space Directed by Isabel Songer Sugar, Spice and Everything Nice! Directed by Anoushka Agarwal Best UK short film screening 2023 15 Nov 2023, 15:30 GMT The Poly, Falmouth Details Selected International Short Films 2023 International Neo-Dome Directed by Bonnie Discepolo House of Whoreship Directed by Holly Laura Bates 5 A.M. Directed by Matthew Berberi MÅNGATA Directed by Maja Costa Anu Directed by Pulkit Arora Tomato Kitchen Directed by Junyi Xiao Morrow Directed by Vladislav Kalensky a fence is a fence but the clouds move freely Directed by Curtis Miller PLSTC Directed by Laen Sanches Wrought Directed by Joel Penner Best International Narrative and non-narrative shorts 2023 15 Nov 2023, 17:45 GMT The Poly, Falmouth Details Selected Cornish & South West Short Films 2023 Croak Directed by Dom Lee Microwave Directed by Anastasia Bruce-Jones PEST Directed by Zoe Ferrier Colours in the Air Directed by Louise Brett Art Directed by Ben Kernow Not Surgery Hours Directed by Tia Salisbury We're Still Here Directed by Tom Kirkman Roses Directed by Coral Knights To Feel Alive: Triathlete Directed by James Stuart SLOW BURN Directed by Tommy Gillard The Weight Directed by Susan Lay Of Sadness and Deceit Directed by Nigel Billing Appearance Directed by Adam Drake For Good Or Ill, Rain Shall Come Directed by Madelaine Moore Best of the West Best of the West 2023 15 Nov 2023, 20:00 GMT The Poly, Falmouth Details Tides of Connection : A Cornwall Waterways Odyssey 19 Nov 2023, 19:30 – 21:30 GMT The Poly, Falmouth, 24 Church St, Falmouth TR11 3EG, UK Details

The Into Film Festival is a free, annual, nationwide celebration of film & education for 5-19 year-olds. Cornwall Film Festival November 6th - 19th Into Film Festival The Festival programme features thousands of free film screenings, special events and previews, and interactive Q&A sessions with screen industry professionals, making it the perfect opportunity to support young people in enjoying the big screen experience. Bookings for this year's Into Film Festival are now live events are certain to book up quickly, so be sure to secure your places today! Browse Into Film Festival events near you Into Film Newsletter FAQ's and Guidelines Into Film Films for 2023 at The Poly Falmouth Tuesday 14th November 10:00 - 12:00 Puss In Boots: The Last Wish Joel Crawford Tuesday 14th November 13:00 - 15:15 Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical (Sing-a-long) Matthew Warchus The Smeds & The Smoos & Superworm Double Bill (Autism Friendly) Thursday 16th November 10:00 - 11:05 Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie Cal Brunker Thursday 16th November 13:00 - 14:35

Mor Media Charity sets up and runs community film clubs across Cornwall Film Club We are working with Into Bodmin to create a new community film club. Bringing the best cinema to your local venue ! Polite Society Friday Feb 21st | 7.30 pm The Old Library, Bodmin, PL31 2JX Polite Society | Dir Nida Manzoor | 1h 43m | Certificate 12 In a merry mash-up of sisterly affection, parental disappointment and bold action, award-winning comedy Polite Society follows martial artist-in-training Ria Khan believes she must save her older sister Lena from her impending marriage. After enlisting the help of her friends, Ria attempts to pull off the most ambitious of all wedding heists in the name of independence and sisterhood. Learn More Smoke Sauna Sisterhood Friday March 21st | 7.30 pm The Old Library, Bodmin, PL31 2JX Smoke Sauna Sisterhood | Dir Anna Hints | 1h 29m | Certificate 15 Award-winning, powerful and insightful documentary centres around a group of women sharing their innermost secrets and intimate experiences inside an Estonian smoke sauna. Cleansing their bodies and baring their souls, they embrace the healing power of sisterhood. Learn More Past Lives Friday April 18th | 7.30 pm The Old Library, Bodmin, PL31 2JX Past Lives Dir Celine Song | 1h 46m | Certificate 12 (Korean, English) Two deeply connected childhood friends are separated after Nora’s family emigrates. Two decades later, they are reunited in New York for one fateful week as they confront notions of destiny, love, and the choices that make a life, in this heartrending modern romance. Starring: Greta Lee, John Magaro, Teo Yoo Learn More Cornwall My Home Friday May 16th | 7.30 pm The Old Library, Bodmin, PL31 2JX Cornwall My Home | various | 1h 30 mins | Certificate 15 Cornwall My Home is a collection of beautiful short films celebrating the unique spirit, culture, and landscapes of Cornwall. Through diverse voices and stories, these films all explore what makes Cornwall a place of deep connection, from its natural beauty and historic traditions to the personal experiences of its residents. Each film captures a different facet of life in Cornwall, highlighting themes of identity, belonging, and the intimate relationship between people and place. Experience a cinematic journey that embodies the heart of Cornwall and its enduring sense of home. Learn More The Great Escaper Friday June 20th | 7.30 pm The Old Library, Bodmin, PL31 2JX The Great Escaper | Dir Oliver Parker Rating | 1h 37m | Certificate 12A In the summer of 2014, a World War II veteran sneaks out of his care home to attend the 70th anniversary commemoration of the D-Day landings in Normandy. A biographical comedy-drama that celebrates enduring love but always with an eye to the lessons we might learn from the Greatest Generation. Starring Michael Caine, Glenda Jackson & John Standing Learn More

Animate Helston is a festival and celebration of animated film held at the Museum of Cornish Life. OtherRealms Experience images like never before at Cornwall Film Festival See all the selected XR work at Cornwall Film Festival AR The Metaverse & Me exhibition by Deepa Mann-Kler | FREE | Sat 26th Onwards Augmented reality is an interactive experience in which a real-world environment is enhanced with computer-generated visual elements, sounds, and other stimuli. The Metaverse & Me is a virtual and/or physical installation by award-winning Deepa Mann-Kler. It features 10 artworks that combine cutting-edge digital animation with a stunning soundtrack to create 10 bespoke and unique augmented reality experiences. Each painting contains a virtual show that remains hidden until viewed through a mobile phone. It is as if each painting comes to life to reveal a poignant hidden narrative. Download The Metaverse & Me App from the Apple store or Google Play Store Letters from Australia Directed by Dave Hotchkiss 'Letters from Australia' is an engaging immersive 360 experience, based on extracts from letters home by two Cornish Boys, Thomas and William Osborne, from Zennor in West Cornwall, who emigrated to Australia the 1860's. These letters provide the catalyst and inspiration for the production, and also the overarching visual motif, dialogue and compelling lyrics of the soundtrack. Illustrating their personal experiences and bringing into context the everyday struggles and triumphs of the pioneer life in an emerging country. AiTHERION Motivation Space: Aithra's Call Directed by Panos Anestis "Aithra's Call" is an animated VR short film, originally projected in 360°, as the first part of the interactive exhibition "Democracy & Eudaimonia" which is hosted in AiTHERION (former Aylon Lyceum), in Athens, Greece. In the exhibition’s introductory Motivation Space, "Aithra", a digital A.I. entity with seemingly godlike powers, claims that she is a powerful computer system which built AiTHERION for the sole purpose of better understanding us humans. As an artificial intelligence entity, she “can make infinite calculations” and she “is constantly learning”. What Aithra cannot understand, however, and to which she needs our help, is a simple question: how do people make decisions? paSSive poWer directed by JB Singh Ghuman, Jr. Wind, Lasers, Chanting.. “paSSive poWer” aims at putting focus on the more subtle energies of human co-existence otherwise deemed as meekness. Or as filmmaker / artist JB ghuman JR has dubbed them, the "paSSive poWers.” Combining breathing / chanting / sensory & cerebral exploration into a immersive cinematic experience. Coffin Room directed by KAY KWAN & LAM NHI LE Coffin Room" is an 360-degree animation that explores the cramped living conditions in Hong Kong, focusing on an elderly couple's daily struggles. The story is narrated from the husband's perspective, immersing the audience in the couple's challenging life. This passive, immersive experience is designed to be viewed through VR goggles or on YouTube, allowing the audience to navigate the virtual space and witness the couple's obstacles firsthand. The Matriarx directed by Julia Bruton The Matriarx is an immersive VR experience taking the heroine and hero into a world where matriarchal structures have endured. It is a parallel world in which people treat each other based on a different set of societal rules. This has its effect on social, economic and the political life. Family and love relationships function differently. How do you perceive yourself in a world that follows different structures? The Matriarx will open the experiencers’ horizons by raising their curiosity and by empowering them.This experience will attract everyone who is curious about societal change. Fracture directed by Azahara Cerezo, Mayte Gómez Molina Fractura (Fracture) is an immersive essay that explores the experience of virtual reality offered by devices such as Oculus Quest 2. As we surround ourselves in immersive worlds, virtual reality headsets scan the space around us and monitor our movements with four infrared cameras and two hand controllers equipped with sensors that gather information about our body and our gestures. The device itself, along with the commercial logics that insert it in society, hide a much more dense and obscure materiality than the minimalist aesthetic approach of tech hot spots such as Silicon Valley reveal. Immersion is also way older than the smooth, apparently history-less surface that personal technological devices offer, as this phenomenon is as old as the first human hearts that dreamt about the possibility of a layered reality. Fractura proposes a 360 journey through the threads that come out of virtual reality as we understand it today, connecting this phenomenon to its material and ecological consequences, as well as exploring its roots in human consciousness. This year, as part of the Cornwall Film Festival, we are exhibiting the very latest in virtual & augmented reality & 360 content at Fun Palace, Falmouth Art Gallery on Saturday 9th November 11-4.30pm

We've found the biggest barrier to attending events for most people is 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 even wider audiences. Pay What You Can The Scheme Pay What You Can is our innovative affordable ticket scheme, run successfully over the last two editions of the festival. We've found the biggest barrier to attending events for most people is 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 even wider audiences. We WON’T ask you for your ID, proof of earnings or anything else! All we ask is your honesty! Pricing Scale A guide to help you choose your payment. £2 - I have no access to savings - I am under or unemployed - I can not afford time off and rarely afford clothes, cinema & books £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 itmes £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 Pay What You Can Screenings Making cinema accessible for all. Wed 12 Nov Film-themed PUB QUIZ / Palacio Lounge - Falmouth Buy Tickets 12 Nov 2025, 19:30 – 22:30 Palacio Lounge - Falmouth, The Moor, Falmouth TR11 3QA, UK Calling all movie masterminds. Put your movie knowledge to the test! See All Wed 26 Nov Create eye catching designs using online design tools in Canva. (3) / IntoBodmin Buy Tickets 26 Nov 2025, 09:30 – 12:30 IntoBodmin, 10 Lower Bore St, Bodmin PL31 2JX, UK Create designs using Canva from social media posts to flyers, posters and pamphlets. It is a quick way to produce professional looking graphic content and this half day session will guide you through the basics of how to use it. See All Wed 26 Nov Smarter Communication for Charities, Community groups and Volunteers / IntoBodmin Buy Tickets 26 Nov 2025, 13:30 – 15:30 IntoBodmin, 10 Lower Bore St, Bodmin PL31 2JX, UK Saving time with ChatGPT:

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