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SUMMARY:Cambridge Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:About the Cambridge Film Festival\nFounded in 1977\, the Cambridge Film Festival (CFF) is the UK’s third-longest-running film festival and one of the country’s most respected celebrations of independent cinema. As a BAFTA and BIFA-qualifying event\, the festival showcases bold and imaginative filmmaking in all its forms — from international discoveries and UK premieres to artist cinema\, restored classics\, and emerging voices. \nNow entering its 45th edition\, CFF continues to spotlight fresh perspectives\, challenge cinematic boundaries\, and connect audiences with powerful stories from around the world. Whether you are a debut filmmaker or an established director\, the festival offers a supportive and high-profile platform for your work. \nCFF also embraces the future of storytelling\, welcoming innovative formats and supporting global creators through an open submission process. With a strong commitment to accessibility\, representation\, and filmmaker development\, the festival remains dedicated to creating meaningful connections between artists and audiences. \n\nWhat Sets CFF Apart\n\n\nIndustry Day – A hub for filmmaker development featuring talks\, panels\, and workshops led by respected industry figures. It provides opportunities for filmmakers at all career stages to learn\, grow\, and connect. \n\n\nCFF Youth Lab – Led by young programmers aged 16–24\, Youth Lab empowers the next generation through workshops\, mentoring\, and active participation in the festival\, including selection of the Youth Lab Jury Award. \n\n\nA Culture of Inclusion – CFF champions underrepresented voices both on and off screen. Many screenings include relaxed formats\, descriptive subtitles\, and BSL interpretation to improve accessibility. \n\n\nWith a rich legacy of showcasing groundbreaking cinema and a reputation for warm hospitality\, CFF continues to be a welcoming space for filmmakers worldwide. \n\nAwards & Prizes\nCFF presents a range of jury and audience awards to celebrate outstanding filmmaking. \nGolden Punt Jury Award – Best Discovery Feature Film\nNamed after Cambridge’s iconic river punts\, this is the festival’s highest honour. The award recognises an outstanding discovery feature film selected by an invited jury of critics\, curators\, and filmmakers. \nAudience Awards\nAll UK premieres are eligible for audience-voted awards: \n\n\nBest Fiction Feature \n\n\nBest Documentary Feature \n\n\nBest Short Film \n\n\nYouth Lab Jury Award\nPresented by the CFF Youth Lab — a team of young film lovers and emerging programmers who participate fully in the festival experience. \nOutstanding Contribution to Cinema Award\nPresented to a filmmaker or industry figure whose work has made a lasting impact on film culture. \nCambridge Film Festival is a BAFTA and BIFA-qualifying festival. \n\nSubmission Guidelines\nEligibility\nFeature Films (60+ minutes) \n\n\nMust not have been released in the UK in any format\, including online. \n\n\nUK premiere required. \n\n\nExceptions may be made for films of exceptional quality or those premiering at the London Film Festival\, at the discretion of festival staff. \n\n\nShort Films (under 30 minutes) \n\n\nNo premiere requirement\, but films must not be publicly available online in the UK. \n\n\nUK premieres are eligible for Audience Awards. \n\n\nGeneral Requirements \n\n\nFilms must have been completed within 18 months of the festival start date. \n\n\nNon-English language films must include embedded English subtitles. \n\n\nClosed captions are encouraged for accessibility. \n\n\nFilms previously submitted to CFF will only be considered if significantly reworked. \n\n\nAll rights\, permissions\, and clearances must be secured before submission. Submission fees are non-refundable. \n\n\n\nA.I. & Machine Learning\nCFF requires filmmakers to declare any significant use of AI\, including: \n\n\nAI-generated imagery\, dialogue\, or sound design \n\n\nAI-simulated performances \n\n\nAI tools used in scripting\, editing\, or post-production \n\n\nThe festival does not accept submissions that: \n\n\nReplicate or simulate real individuals without explicit consent \n\n\nUse AI-generated material that violates copyright\, licensing\, or data protection laws \n\n\nFilms using AI will not be judged more or less favourably based solely on AI use. Selection continues to prioritise originality\, storytelling\, technical quality\, and emotional impact. \n\nSubmission Platform\n\n\nAll films must be submitted via FilmFreeway as a secure online screener. \n\n\nFilmmakers are encouraged to include pronouns in their bios (e.g.\, “Elle Haywood (She/Her)”). \n\n\nThe festival reserves the right to adjust deadlines or close submissions early. \n\n\n\nSelection & Communication\n\n\nSubmissions are reviewed by the CFF programming team. \n\n\nIndividual feedback cannot be provided. \n\n\nAll selected filmmakers will be contacted by 16 September 2026. \n\n\nFilmmakers should remain contactable during August–September. \n\n\nSelected films will be announced publicly as part of the full festival programme. \n\n\nPress materials should only be sent after official selection. \n\n\n\nScreening Format & Delivery\n\n\nScreenings take place at the festival’s discretion\, and schedules may change without liability. \n\n\nSelected films cannot be withdrawn once confirmed and must not screen elsewhere before CFF without approval. \n\n\nFilms must be available in DCP format for cinema presentation. \n\n\nDCPs must be delivered at least one month before the festival. \n\n\nThe festival cannot cover format transfer or subtitling costs. \n\n\nThe Cambridge Film Trust accepts responsibility only for technical damage while materials are in festival possession; filmmakers should ensure adequate insurance during transit. \n\n\n\nSubmission Fees & Waivers\nCFF is a non-profit charity (Registered Charity No. 1120059)\, and submission fees help support the reviewing process. \nWaivers and discounts include: \n\n\nFree submissions for filmmakers based in Cambridgeshire (proof required) \n\n\nFree submissions for directors or producers who have previously screened at CFF \n\n\n25% discount for Global Majority directors \n\n\nTo request a waiver: \nEmail: su*********@***********************rg.ukSubject line: (FILM TITLE) – (DISCOUNT/WAIVER) \nInclude one of the following: \n\n\nProof of address \n\n\nFilm name and year previously screened at CFF \n\n\nA note requesting the Global Majority director discount \n\n\nPlease note: no other waivers are available\, and submission fees are non-refundable. \n\nOrganized by:Cambridge Film Trust (Registered Charity No. 1120059)
URL:https://verayea.com/event/cambridge-film-festival-2/
LOCATION:Cambridge Film Trust\, 38-39 St. Andrew's Street\, Cambridge\, CB2 3AR
CATEGORIES:Festival
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