Stage
We're excited to have you back or welcome you in for the first time. Stay tuned for details of our upcoming programme!
Tuesday 25th March
See the 2023-2024 Cohort for FLAMI Animations in this incredible showcase and panel
Exploring why we need sustainable change and the false promises from organisations dedicated to our 'representation'
BlackTrack comes back once again delivering an anticipated slate of Black titles coming up this year.
15:30: Undocumented (LSA) Panel
14:45: Blacktrack
London’s Screen Archives will present their screen heritage project ‘Undocumented,’ highlighting gaps in Black representation in archives.
16:15: Pitch‘n’Mix - Pitching to Industry
17:30: Networking Drinks + Shorts Panel
Black Filmmakers will get the opportunity to champion their work to a panel of commissioners and field questions about their films to a panel of industry professionals. See their pitches and gain knowledge on how to pitch your work.
Killing the White Man explores films like Blink Twice, Promising Young Woman; I May Destroy You and Baby Reindeer, discussing the comparisons and developments revenge cinema from the marginalised gaze; we’ll explore what this shift signifies.
12:15 Killing the White Man: Revenge Cinema via Black Gaze
13:00 Networking Lunch
14:00: Film Distribution Association - Distribution Sesson
14:45: The Developing Room - Call my Agent
Join us for an engaging Film Distribution session where an industry professional will explore talk about how and when to think about distribution as a filmmaker and as a career options. From theatrical releases to digital platforms, learn about the different distribution models, negotiating rights, and the role of sales agents.
This event is the perfect opportunity for aspiring directors, screenwriters and actors to understand how agencies work, when you might need an agent and how to start building your own professional career, as the panel discuss the differences across acting and literary representation
This session explores how the advertising industry is becoming a growing career path for filmmakers in the UK. With an increasing demand for creative content across digital platforms, filmmakers can find exciting opportunities in producing commercials, branded content, and digital campaigns
Filmmakers will have the opportunity to pitch feature film, TV and documentary projects in development to a panel of investors looking to invest in the project, filmmaker or a company. Lion’s Den will show a range of pitches for a scripted film, TV series, short film or feature length/episodic documentary.
17:30: Networking Drinks + EXHIBITION Stands
10:00: Keynote + Roundtable
11:30: International Markets Panel
These keynotes explore co-production, understanding how to utilise UK Tax Credits and how co-treaties can help filmmakers reach out to global creatives and work across the world.
Join us for an insightful session on International Festivals, Markets and Productions, where industry experts will delve into the critical role organisations such British Film Institute and the British Council, play in supporting filmmakers.
Learning from leading film exhibitors, exploring how films reach audiences through cinemas, festivals, and digital platforms. Gain insights into the role of exhibitors, and emerging trends in the industry.
14:00: Film Distribution Association - Exhibition
14:45: learn to Adapt - Outline Session with Independent Cinema Office
Outline (previously known as Script Lab) is our programme to develop writing talent in the South East, with a focus on those who are underrepresented in the film industry.
This session will let you know about the additional support and guidance filmmaking teams receive from the Filmmaking Fund
15:30: BFI Filmmaking Fund
16:15: BFI Shorts Showcase
17:30 Networking Drinks + EXHIBITION Stands
Get insights from the organisations shaping UK screen industries
11:30: Flamin Animations 2023 - 2024 Showcase
10:00: Keynote Speeches + Roundtable
09:00: Registration + Networking breakfast
12:15: Lecture - Screening With the Enemy
An in-depth discussion exploring how the film sales industry secures distribution rights across various markets and platforms.
13:00: Networking Lunch
14:00: Film Distribution Association - Sales Session
Wednesday 26th March
CrewHQ is designed to support existing crew, create career routes for people of all backgrounds and foster the next generation of Film and TV production talent.
These keynotes and roundtables will give you insights in to the work of Warner Bros. Discovery and CrewHQ, Film & TV Charity's Reel Impact awards Igniting change and creating equity for Black and Global Majority professionals in the TV and Film industry, how to get a bursary and Creative Diversity Network's Diamond Report giving deep insight into racial and ethnic diversity in the UK industry.
11:30 Warner Bros. Discovery CrewHQ Session
10:00: Keynote + Roundtable
16:15 Lion's Den - Pitching to Investors
15:30: Advertising Session
Thursday 27th March
12:15: Provocation (Debate) - House Negro vs Field Negro
Whose side are you on?
