Bolton International Film Festival is the largest short film festival in the North West of England and sits amongst the Top 10 short film festivals in the UK. Located in Greater Manchester the festival holds accreditation from both BAFTA (British Academy of Film & Television Arts) and BIFA (British Independent Film Awards).

The festival is a member of the Short Film Conference who's activities range from organising industry events to researching the short film industry, informing its professionals & lobbying for the rights of short films and their creators.

In October the festival opens its doors to a diverse and vibrant audience, drawing filmmakers, students, industry professionals, and a broad spectrum of the public. Every screening is followed by engaging Q&A sessions with the filmmakers.

Celebrating films from home and abroad the festival acts as an amplifier of emerging and established talent. Through its screenings, industry talks, masterclasses and networking sessions it aims to break open the door to a creative industry that many filmmakers find difficult to access and navigate. Bolton Film Festival helps springboard its filmmakers, connecting them not just to their peers but to the talent executives, producers, funders, sales agents and distributors who can take them to the next level.

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