Submitting your film to festivals can feel like a leap of faith. But the right festival doesn’t just screen your […]
Why Creative Downtime Is Normal in a Filmmaking Career In independent film, momentum rarely moves in a straight line. There […]
Rejection is never easy, but it doesn’t mean your film isn’t good enough. In this post, Norwich Film Festival programmers share honest insights into the submission process, why brilliant films sometimes don’t make the cut, and how resilience can help you find the right audience for your work.
Ever wondered what happens to your film after you hit submit? Here’s how we programme our festival – from first watch to final selection – and why every decision matters.
LGBTQ+ short films are a vital part of the festival landscape. Here’s why they matter, how we approach programming them at NFF, and what filmmakers can do to tell these stories with care.
