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	Short Films

Short films remain an important medium for established and aspiring filmmakers. The short format lends itself perfectly to an infinite variety of approaches, styles and subject matter. Unconventional and experimental techniques are not uncommon and provide an interesting contrast to full-length features where the film-making approach is generally more constrained and disciplined. The British Council actively maintains a number of programmes and activites to help promote short films. Our film resource site - www.britfilms.com - provides extensive information on film-related bodies in the UK, as well as sources of funding and sponsorship. You'll also find a directory of British films and a list of film festivals around the world. For more information about the British Films catalogue, please see our Publications and Resources page.

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Britfilms.com

A gateway to a world of useful information published on the internet about the British film industry.

FAQs

A list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about the British Council's film activities.

Short Films: A General Overview

Short films are thriving! While feature films may get all the attention, the short film genre continues to grow in scope and popularity. Directors are emerging from an ever-broadening range of backgrounds - and the subject matter tackled is just as wide.

What the British Council does with Shorts

Promoting short films at international film festivals is just one of the many activities the British Council undertakes to support the work of film makers. Click the link above to find out more about what we do with shorts.