Glasgow Film Festival

That's a wrap on the 21st edition of Scotland’s flagship film festival after a superb 12 days, featuring 114 feature films from 39 countries. Taking place at Glasgow Film Theatre and nine other venues across the city, we're delighted to be celebrating over 33,000 attendances.🎉 For the first time in our history, we opened and closed with Scottish world premieres - John Maclean’s Tornado and Make it to Munich from Martyn Robertson. The programme continued to spotlight Scottish talent with Glasgow-shot, Amazon studios drama Fear being given a big-screen premiere at GFT, and Edinburgh director Laura Carreira's debut feature On Falling screening at 10 partnering cinemas across the UK: Barbican London, BFI Southbank London, Cameo Edinburgh, Chapter Cardiff, DCA Dundee, MacRobert Art Centre Stirling, Queens Film Theatre Belfast, Showroom Sheffield, Tyneside Newcastle and Watershed Bristol. 🎥 The celebration of Scottish film on screen extended beyond the film programme into the GFF industry programme that returned for its 10th edition this year. GFF continues to be the major meeting point for the Scottish filmmaking sector, welcoming almost 750 delegates to the festival. The event - at brand new venue The Social Hub (B Corp™) - hosted the four-day conference that offered panels, 1-2-1 meetings and networking opportunities for delegates at all stages of their screen careers. Thank you to everyone who attended the festival, we'll see you again next year! ❤️ Read More - bit.ly/GFF25_Closes

Did you attend the festival this year? You can win tickets to GFF26 by completing our Audience Survey before 10am Monday 31 March! 🗓️ ➡️ surveymonkey.com/r/MZXT79D

We’d like to congratulate our GFF25 Industry Focus Live Pitch winners! 🎉 🎬 Funny Features Audience Award Winner - Responsibility by writer Kaljeven Lally and producers Isabella Bassett and Jena Hunter 🎬 Animatic Best TV/Feature Pitch - Lochs & Legends by Abi Lamb 🎬 Animatic Best Short Pitch - To Myself and the Forest of Tigers by Sammi Duong 🎬 Animatic Industry Audience Award Winner - Overlords by Hannah Kelso 🎬 Special Mention - The Three Graces by Wilma Smith Huge thanks to all of our Talent Mentorship Scheme participants. It wouldn't be Industry Focus without you! ✨ 📸 Erika Stevenson

Attention Industry lovers! 😇 As a Valentine’s Day gift we have extended the Industry Focus pass registration deadline to 💘 Friday 21st February 💘 Indulge in a range of workshops, panels and talks to fulfil your creative needs. 😘 Grab your Industry Pass now! https://lnkd.in/dAsQ3Pys

🚨 Only 1 DAY LEFT to grab your GFF Industry Focus pass! 🚨 Accreditation closes tomorrow! RUN don’t walk to buy your Industry Focus pass! Make sure you can join us for our wonderful line-up of expert talks, networking opportunities, and professional development! Whether you're just starting out or an established pro, there's something for everyone at Glasgow Film Festival Industry Focus. ✨ Some Highlights ✨ 🎬 In Conversation with Sam Lavender – Producer Sam Lavender will delve into his proven track record of producing, consulting, and commissioning sublime storytelling and working with singular writers and directors on critically acclaimed projects such as The Lobster, The Favourite, The Beast and Saint Maud. 🎤 Andrew Medlock will provide a vital insight into The Creative Industries Independent Standards Authority (CIISA). This new government-supported, industry-backed organisation is dedicated to upholding and improving standards of behaviour across the creative industries — a must-attend for those passionate about driving positive change in the sector. 📚 Claire Mundell from Synchronicity Films will sit down for a Book to Screen Case Study, discussing the journey behind creating the critically acclaimed six part-series, The Tattooist of Auschwitz, based on the international bestselling novel by Heather Morris, inspired by the real-life story of Holocaust prisoners Lali and Gita Sokolo.# 🎨 Meet the Animation Studios – Scotland’s leading animation houses will share insights into their work, including Wild Child Animation, Eyebolls, Hee Haw, Hydra, and Revenant. 🗣 1-2-1 sessions will offer industry delegates the chance to have informal, one-to-one conversations with seasoned professionals. 1-2-1 guests include Development Executive Tessa Buchanan, talent and literary agent Sean Gascoine, Annie Shipton of United Agents, Head of Certification at BFI Christopher Halliday, BFI’s senior executive for Sales and Distribution Vicki Brown and HanWay Films Director of Marketing and Distribution Tejinder Jouhal and script editor and consultant Kate Leys. Make sure to grab your passes now! https://lnkd.in/dAsQ3Pys 📅 3rd – 6th March 2025 📍 Social Hub, 15 Candleriggs, Glasgow G1 1TQ

Producers! Producers! We’re all about producers! Ready to make your next film? Or shout about your brilliant slate? #GFFIndustryFocus is the perfect place to meet other professionals and widen your network, as well as learning more about the screen industry and its best practices. ⭐In Conversation with Nicky Bentham Producer is not a one size fits all role. Join our In Conversation with Nicky Bentham, as she shares insights on establishing the production company, Neon Films and her expansive career as an Oscar-nominated producer. Nicky's credits range from the iconic sci-fi Moon to recent Sundance title Brides. 🔥Embankment Fims Fireside Chat Join Archie Faulks of Embankment Films as he sheds light on the evolving role of sales agents in today’s film industry. In this session, Archie will explore the changing dynamics of partnerships between sales agents and filmmakers, offering a behind-the-scenes look at how these relationships impact a film's journey to market. 💰 The Changing Finance Landscape with Media Finance Capital Film finance is a critical yet often daunting challenge for filmmakers. Join Jonathan Gorner from Media Finance Capital as he discusses the evolving landscape of film finance in the UK and beyond. Jonathan will share valuable insights on how producers can successfully navigate today’s shifting industry and approach financiers with confidence. ✨ Scottish Co-Producing: Turning Small Ideas into Big Productions If you're a producer working in Scotland or keen to learn more about Scotland’s booming industry, join us and delve into how smaller, independent companies can partner with larger studios to bring bold Scottish stories to the global stage. Don’t miss out - Grab your Industry passes before Friday and join us at Glasgow Film Festival’s Industry Focus 2025! https://lnkd.in/dAsQ3Pys 📅 3rd – 6th March 2025 📍Social Hub, 15 Candleriggs, Glasgow G1 1TQ

🚨 Big News! 🚨 We’re pleased to announce that we will present our Cinema City Honorary Award 2025 to James McAvoy following his sold-out In Conversation event on 2 March! Launched in 2024, the award recognises filmmakers who have made an outstanding contribution to cinema. In the 1930s, Glasgow was home to more cinemas per person than anywhere else in the UK and became affectionately known as the Cinema City. The city’s passion for film has burned brightly ever since, with Glasgow Film Theatre at its heart. But that’s not all, James will also be introducing our special screening of his breakthrough role The Last King of Scotland. If you missed out on the In Conversation, now’s your chance to see him! Tickets here: https://lnkd.in/eSvSX3Ez 🎟️ Read more: bit.ly/GFF25_cinemacity James McAvoy 📸 Carlo Paloni/BAFTA via Getty Images

Looking to hear about brilliant projects before anyone else? Whether you are an animator, sales agent or producer looking for your next project, our series of Live Pitches is the perfect showcase of the fresh ideas supported by GFF. 🤣Funny Features Live Pitch After six months of development through GFF’s talent lab, the Funny Features cohort will pitch their hilarious comedy projects to an audience of delegates and a panel of industry experts. This is your chance to hear about the next slate of great comedy films before the rest of the world! Check out the projects here. 📖Book to Screen Live Pitch Adaptation is the sincerest form of flattery. Book to Screen is back for the second year in a row! Join us as writers and agents pitch their unoptioned literary IP, with an introduction from CAA Books Agent, Yasmin McDonald. 🎬Animatic Live Pitch Animatic returns with a selection of brilliant original projects, developed over 6 months with GFF. Be in the room as these exciting concepts are shared with a panel of experts, from world leading studios including Aardman, Mackinnon and Saunders and more. Check out the projects here. Don’t miss out - Grab your Industry Passes before Friday and join us at Glasgow Film Festival’s Industry Focus 2025! https://lnkd.in/dAsQ3Pys 📅 3rd – 6th March 2025 📍Social Hub, 15 Candleriggs, Glasgow G1 1TQ 📸 Ingrid Mur

🚨 Calling all screenwriters! 🚨 Ready to level up your craft and connect with industry pros? 🎬 GFF Industry Focus 2025 is here with a host of brilliant panels, workshops, and expert guests to help you pen the perfect script.   Events include: 🔹 A Lightning Guide to Story Structure with John Yorke  Join BAFTA and Golden Globe winner John Yorke as he discusses the true building blocks of storytelling, debunking popular myths like the Hero’s Journey. This masterclass is a must for emerging writers to learn what makes a script truly successful. 🔹 Storytelling in the Climate Emergency with Lucy Stone  Lucy Stone, CEO of @climate__spring, and writer Ross MacKay explore how storytelling can inspire positive action in the climate crisis. Learn how to tackle urgent issues through film and narrative in a panel moderated by Xuanlin Tham from Take One Action. 🔹 Fringe to Screen  Discover how to transition from stage to screen with Michael O'Neill from Screen Fringe and writer/performer Zoe Bullock. Get expert advice on leveraging the Edinburgh Fringe (@edfringe) to build creative industry connections and advance your screen career. Moderated by Kirsty Fraser, Edinburgh Fringe’s Artist Development Manager. Accreditation closes on the 14th February - so get your Industry Pass now! https://lnkd.in/dAsQ3Pys 📅 3rd – 6th March 2025  📍Social Hub, 15 Candleriggs, Glasgow G1 1TQ Pictured: John Yorke, Lucy Stone, Michael O’Neill 

🎬 Ready to take your film career to the next level? Whether you’re crafting the perfect script, securing funding, or mastering the art of film marketing, #GFFIndustryFocus 2025 has everything you need! From expert panels and fireside chats to invaluable networking opportunities, we’re covering every step of the filmmaking journey. Don’t miss your chance to connect, learn, and make your mark in the industry! 🎥 Key events include: 🎬 Producing in Scotland with Wendy Griffin – Get insider knowledge on bringing projects to life in Scotland with one of the most exciting producers in the industry. 💰 The Changing Finance Landscape with Media Finance Capital – Explore the evolving landscape of film finance in the UK and beyond with Jonathan Gorner from Media Finance Capital. 🔥 Fireside Chat with UK Global Screen Fund – Join Chris Filip to discover how this fund is supporting UK talent and learn about their upcoming opportunities. 📖 John Yorke: A Lightning Guide to Story Structure – Master the art of storytelling with one of the UK's foremost expert on the subject. 🌱 Screen Sustainability in Scotland with BECTU Vision – Learn how to make your production greener and more sustainable. 🎟️ Finding an Audience in a Changing Industry – Hear from the co-founders of Conic as they reflect on film distribution in a shifting industry landscape and discuss the importance of audiences. Don’t miss out - Grab your Industry Passes and join us at Glasgow Film Festival’s Industry Focus 2025! There's only one week left to buy passes so don't miss out! https://lnkd.in/dAsQ3Pys 📅 3rd – 6th March 2025 📍Social Hub, 15 Candleriggs, Glasgow G1 1TQ Pictured: Wendy Griffin, Chris Filip, Sara Hamilton