Film - British Council

Producer Adrian Sturges and Filmmaker Sam Taylor Wood at the British Council stand in the UK Film Centre, Cannes 2008.

Cannes Film Festival

Once again we were on hand to provide information and advice in the UK Film Centre at this years Cannes Film Festival.

featured short film

Watch Hammer and Flame the latest featured short film on britfilms.com.

Links and information about sources of funding for filmmakers.

Links and information about education resources.

The British Council Film department promotes contemporary and innovative UK film to audiences around the world, working in both lead and supporting roles on showcases, workshops, festivals, conferences, tours, residences and virtual projects. We also collaborate with artists and other cultural organisations: building skills, capacity and cultural awareness, creating access to audiences and markets, and promoting international partnership and creative exchange.

Film Festivals

Read about forthcoming film festivals and events with British Council participation.

Short Films

What we do with shorts and how to submit your film to us - don't forget to include the festival submission form!

britfilms.com

Our website for anyone interested or involved in British film.

What we do

Find out more about the type of work we do; how to contact us; information about sources of funding for filmmakers; and answers to frequently asked questions.

The British Film Scene

British filmmakers are creating exciting work in all areas. We have overviews of Animation, Documentaries, Features, and Short Films, accompanied with details of what we do to promote and support filmmakers and media professionals in each sector.

Film Publications and Resources

We publish the British Films Catalogue annually. This is also available online, along with a directory of International Film Festivals, a directory of British film directors (all on britfilms.com).

Festivals

Find out about forthcoming film festivals and events with British Council participation and learn more about our unique directory of international film, television and video festivals. Over 1000 festivals are included in the directory and each listing contains details of how and when to submit an entry to a particular festival.