Events Calendar

Keep in the loop about the latest indie filmmaking events near you - from festivals to screenings, workshops and networking.

Sun. 1st Jun 2025
Networking   £8.30
Lоndоn BFI Southbank, SE1 8XT

A casual networking session hosted by Chelsea Lu, inviting women across all areas of film to connect, support one another, and spark new collaborations. Whether you’re a director, producer, student or just figuring things out, this is a space to find encouragement, share experiences, and grow your creative circle.

Sun. 1st Jun 2025
Starts: 7 p.m.
Series / Festival   £7
Lоndоn The Others, N16 5SA

Super Shorts Hackney is a hugely popular bi-monthly short film night in North London. Organised by two filmmakers, we showcase some of the latest short film talent from UK and International filmmakers.

Expect an evening of multi-genre short films with many of the filmmakers in attendance. We focus on fresh storytelling and great narrative.

Event regularly sells out so bag your ticket while …

Wed. 4th Jun 2025
Starts: 7 p.m.
Talk / Seminar   £11.55 - £16.96
Lоndоn Church of St Mary the virgin Primrose Hill, NW3 3DJ

Legendary editor and sound designer Walter Murch (The Godfather, Apocalypse Now) discusses the art of film editing and sound with broadcaster Edith Bowman. Expect insights from six decades in cinema, plus the chance to get his new book signed. All proceeds support St. Mary’s community outreach.

Fri. 6th Jun 2025
Starts: 6 p.m.
Screening   £12 - £14
Lоndоn Genesis Cinema, E1 4UJ

A one-night-only screening of bold and brilliant short films, including an Oscar-nominated animation and performances from Olivia Colman and Missi Pyle. Curated by CineBooth in collaboration with ShortsTV, this is cinema on a small scale with big heart. Doors open early for drinks, and there’s networking afterwards too. Tickets must be booked via Genesis Cinema.

Tue. 10th Jun 2025
Starts: 6 p.m.
Networking   £6.13
Lоndоn Karma Sanctum Soho, W1B5NF

Join us on Tuesday, 10th June 2025, for an unforgettable evening of summer connection and cinematic creativity! ☀️✨

Set in the stylish surroundings of Karma Sanctum Soho Hotel, this exclusive networking soirée is the perfect gathering for actors, writers, producers, directors, camera operators, and editors to meet, mingle, and spark new projects — all under the warm glow of London’s creative s…

Thu. 12th Jun 2025
Starts: 1 p.m.
Talk / Seminar   FREE
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We’ll be sitting down with NM Production’s Founder & Executive Producer Anissa Payne. 

Interviewed by Shiny’s very own Curtis Lewis, aka @directedbycurtis. Find more advice and insights from industry experts in the Industry Access archive on the Shiny website - https://www.shinyawards.com/archive

Sat. 14th Jun 2025
Starts: 11 a.m.
Talk / Seminar   £6
Lоndоn New Road Hotel, E1 1HJ

Join us for an insightful session with filmmaker Greg Burnett, as he shares his experiences as a globally-travelled creative professional. Hosted by Wex and Atomos, this event is perfect for filmmakers, content creators, and gear enthusiasts looking to elevate their craft. Greg will dive into the tools and techniques that have shaped his workflow, with a special focus on external monitoring and t…

Sun. 15th Jun 2025
Starts: 3:30 p.m.
Screening   £8
Lоndоn ArtHouse Crouch End, N8 9BT

Award-winning filmmaker Tal Amiran returns to ArtHouse with a special showcase of his powerful short docs, including a screening of his latest film Weree, about celebrated outsider artist Johnson Weree. The programme also includes Seven Days a Week, Sand Men and Dafa Metti – with subjects ranging from street life to migration – followed by a Q&A with film historian and critic Ian Christie.

Mon. 16th Jun 2025
Starts: 6:30 p.m.
Networking   FREE
Greater Mаnсhеѕtеr 53two, M3 4LP

The Independent Film Cooperative Manchester welcomes everyone from all backgrounds and with any level of experience! (Actors are welcome, too.)

They run their networking events 'speed-dating'-style; you have 5 minutes to talk with someone before you move around so you get a chance to speak with almost everyone by the end of the night!

Fri. 20th Jun 2025
Starts: 1:30 p.m.
Other   FREE
Glasgow Kelvin Hall, G3 8AW

As part of Refugee Festival Scotland, this hands-on workshop introduces asylum seekers, refugees and migrants to alternative filmmaking using Super 8 film. Participants will scratch and draw directly onto reels, build sound design with props and spoken word, and screen their collaborative film together. Travel expenses covered with proof of purchase.