The Experimental Fiction Filmmaking Festival and Symposium (11-12 Jul)

The INEFF Festival and Symposium is a unique and innovative event that showcases the best and most exciting experimental fiction films from around the world. The event brings together filmmakers, artists, scholars, and industry professionals, and it is dedicated to exploring the creative possibilities and boundaries of experimental fiction filmmaking, and promoting the development of new modes of storytelling and audio-visual communication.

The event programming features a diverse selection of films that embody the experimental fiction filmmaking ethos, ranging from short films to feature-length works, as well as expanded cinema. The films are chosen for their deviation from traditional narrative and stylistic norms and their emphasis on exploration and experimentation.

In addition to film screenings, the event features panels, workshops, and Q&A sessions with filmmakers and experts in the field, engendering a deep conversation between theory and practice, inspiring innovation and development of the film form. These sessions are designed to engage all attendees in critical discussions about the creative possibilities and boundaries of experimental fiction filmmaking. The festival also provides networking opportunities for attendees to connect with industry professionals, artists, and fellow filmmakers. This facilitates the development of new collaborations, partnerships, and projects within the experimental fiction filmmaking community.

The INEFF Festival and Symposium is a platform for both established and emerging filmmakers, offering a space to showcase their work and receive recognition for their creative and artistic vision. By bringing together diverse perspectives and experiences, the event fosters an environment of collaboration, experimentation, and innovation in the art of filmmaking.

Event schedule:

Tuesday 11 July

6-8:30pm: the main festival screening.

8:30-9:30pm: a drinks reception and networking.

Wednesday 12 July

10am-5pm: a rich programme of screenings, panel discussions, presentations and workshops on the topic of experimental fiction filmmaking. The whole festival selection will be available on screens throughout the day.