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Read more about the article BFI Film Academy 2025: apply now!

BFI Film Academy 2025: apply now!

  • Post author:Cath
  • Post published:12th September 2025
  • Post category:Work and Volunteer Opportunities/News

We’re looking for 10 young filmmakers and film fans aged 16-19 to take part in our BFI Film Academy 2025/26. Over the course of 5 months, you will work with your fellow young filmmakers to make a short film from start to finish.

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Read more about the article Develop & Discuss: Filmmaker Workshop Sessions

Develop & Discuss: Filmmaker Workshop Sessions

  • Post author:Kelsey
  • Post published:20th August 2025
  • Post category:News/Work and Volunteer Opportunities

Following feedback from our previous filmmaker mixers, we’re excited to introduce our new Develop & Discuss workshop sessions! These collaborative workshop sessions are designed for local filmmakers to come and…

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Read more about the article BFI Film Academy: Short Film Script Call Out

BFI Film Academy: Short Film Script Call Out

  • Post author:Kelsey
  • Post published:31st July 2025
  • Post category:News/Homepage

Following our first BFI Film Academy last year, we’re preparing to welcome another cohort of 16-19 year olds to take part in this practical filmmaking skills development programme this October.…

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Read more about the article Blackpool Filmmaking Club

Blackpool Filmmaking Club

  • Post author:Kelsey
  • Post published:7th May 2025
  • Post category:Homepage/News

Join us at Blackpool Filmmaking Club where we'll learn, create, and enjoy the process of filmmaking. 11am-5pm, Saturday 10 MayAunty Social, Blackpool, FY1 3AQ Come join us at Aunty Social for a…

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Read more about the article Reflecting on the 2024 BFI Film Academy

Reflecting on the 2024 BFI Film Academy

  • Post author:Kelsey
  • Post published:23rd April 2025
  • Post category:News/Homepage

In October 2024, Aunty Social began an exciting journey with 13 talented young filmmakers from the Blackpool area, inviting them to be a part of their BFI Film Academy programme.…

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Read more about the article Connect & Collaborate: Blackpool Filmmaker Social Event

Connect & Collaborate: Blackpool Filmmaker Social Event

  • Post author:Kelsey
  • Post published:15th March 2025
  • Post category:Homepage/News

Join us at the Rhythm & Brew Room for our second filmmaker social event! 6-8pm, Thursday 10 AprilRhythm & Brew Room, Blackpool, FY1 3NU We’re excited to host our next in-person filmmaker…

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Read more about the article Christmas.DV – Blackpool BFI Film Academy Short Film Screening

Christmas.DV – Blackpool BFI Film Academy Short Film Screening

  • Post author:Kelsey
  • Post published:27th February 2025
  • Post category:News/Homepage

Join us for a local screening of the Blackpool BFI Film Academy’s short film, Christmas.DV! Sunday 2nd March, 3pm The Backlot Cinema, FY1 4EN It's Christmas Day and Alex has…

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Read more about the article Blackpool Film Festival training workshop: I WANT TO BE A CINEMA!

Blackpool Film Festival training workshop: I WANT TO BE A CINEMA!

  • Post author:Cath
  • Post published:15th November 2024
  • Post category:News/Homepage

Join Cinema Nation CIC and Aunty Social/Blackpool Film Festival for a comprehensive and interactive workshop for all those who want to create film events for others.

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Read more about the article 29/11/24: Training workshop: All about Audiences

29/11/24: Training workshop: All about Audiences

  • Post author:Cath
  • Post published:31st October 2024
  • Post category:News/Homepage

Showing films to audiences is a real thrill, especially when you do it with a full house, creating really special memories in your community. But how can you reach people when you don't have an existing connection, or they're not traditionally engaged in the arts?

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Read more about the article Free and ‘pay as you feel’ events at Blackpool Film Festival

Free and ‘pay as you feel’ events at Blackpool Film Festival

  • Post author:Cath
  • Post published:25th October 2024
  • Post category:Homepage/News

🎥 Take a look at our free and 'pay as you feel' events at Blackpool Film Festival this weekend ✨ Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience some fantastic new films at our festival.

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