Established in Wales in 2006, FFilmic is an annual international film festival dedicated to presenting bold, original cinema. Now based in London, the Festival remains deeply connected to Welsh film culture while welcoming filmmakers from around the world. Its mission is to discover distinctive voices, present their work in a professional theatrical setting and create meaningful opportunities for filmmakers to develop, connect and reach new audiences.
Each edition presents a carefully curated competition of live-action shorts, animated shorts, documentary shorts and feature documentaries. Eligible films are reviewed in full by the FFilmic Programming and Pre-Selection Committee, while the principal awards are determined by an independent jury of experienced film professionals. Competition films are presented theatrically from DCP in a 5.1-capable cinema environment.
FFilmic provides a dedicated pathway for Welsh filmmakers through the Best Welsh Film competition, free submissions for eligible Welsh films, Welsh-language industry sessions, Welsh-subtitled screenings and the #MadeInWales platform. The Festival also welcomes women, LGBTQ+ filmmakers, students, emerging talent and voices from underrepresented communities. The Women in Film Excellence Award recognises women whose creative achievements and leadership provide an inspiring example within the industry.
The Festival’s professional-development programme includes filmmaker Q&As, workshops, masterclasses and networking opportunities covering directing, screenwriting, production, cinematography and other key disciplines. Sessions are delivered in English and Welsh where appropriate, enabling filmmakers to exchange practical knowledge, establish professional relationships and develop future collaborations.For several consecutive years, FFilmic has been hosted at the cinema of the Courthouse Hotel London in Soho. The venue provides professional DCP projection, 5.1 sound, cinema seating and a theatrical viewing environment for competition screenings, filmmaker discussions and industry events.
