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Britfilms.com is published by the Film Team at the British Council.

 

To find contact information for the British Council Arts Department, please click here.

 

Our short film submission scheme

 

Our International Short Film Festival Submission Scheme enables short film-makers to show their work at festivals.

 

To be eligible, films need to be less than 45 minutes long, less than a year old and have a British director or producer.

 

How do I find out more about the scheme?

Full details about the scheme and links to the application forms can be found here.

 

Which festivals do you work with?

Click here to download the list of festivals we work at (link to PDF) 

 

When are the closing dates for the schemes?
The scheme has no closing dates. You can apply throughout the year. Once you have submitted your film it will be at least three months before it’s viewed.

 

I have submitted my film - have you watched it yet?
It normally takes up to 12 weeks for the team to view a film and process submissions. After this time if you want to check on its progress please contact arts@britishcouncil.org.

 

FAQ - About this site

 

How can I submit a film to the British Film Catalogue?

Films can be added to the our Films Catalogue by completing the form on this webpage.

 

Can you include my film in the Films in Progress section of Britfilms.com?

Yes. Please email the details to arts@britishcouncil.org

Please note films in development will not be included.

 

I'm a director, can you list me in the Directory of Directors?

To be listed in the Directory of Directors you will need to have directed at least one feature film that has received a UK theatrical release, or been selected at an FIAPF accredited festival (these are highlighted in our festival directory, or you check on the FIAPF website). If you feel you fit this criteria please email us your filmography including the production years, agents details, awards and a photo of yourself to: arts@britishcouncil.org.

 

How do I change the details for my festival's listing?

Go to the page the festival in the directory, at the bottom of the page click on the 'update this information online' link. You will need to have acces to the email address in the listing to change the details this way.

 

I need to change the details for my festival but don't have access to the email address listed, can you help?

We sure can. Email us at arts@britishcouncil.org and we'll fix it up for you.

 

How do I submit a new festival to the festivals directory?

Festivals can be added to the directory by completing the form on this webpage.

 

I have some great news I'd like you to publish in the News section of Britfilms.com, where do I send my press release?

Send it to arts@britishcouncil.org, please note calls for entries will not be published.

 

Do you have a mailing list? How do I sign up?

Yes, we do have a mailing list. You can sign up to it here.

 

I've spotted a mistake on your site, who can I get to rectify it?

Drop us a line at arts@britishcouncil.org and we'll fix it right up for you.

 

Help! My question isn't listed above, what can I do?

If you have a query about this website email us at arts@britishcouncil.org.

 


External Links

The British Council is not responsible for the contents of any external sites.

 

Errors and omissions

Whilst every care has been taken to publish only accurate and up-to-date information, it is not possible to check all the information we receive in good faith from other film industry organisations, agents, production companies and festivals around the world. If you see anything incorrect or missing from our site, please let us know.

 

Contact us

The site is produced and updated by the Film Department of the British Council. If you have any comments or suggestions, please contact: 

Web and Information Manager

Film Department

British Council

10 Spring Gardens

London SW1A 2BN

Tel: +44 (0)20 7389 3194

arts@britishcouncil.org

 

 

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