NEXUS: East vs West Midlands Showcase 2024
2024-05-04 13:30 - 18:00 UTC | Derby QUAD, Market Place Cathedral Quarter, Derby, DE1 3AS, United Kingdom
– The Deets –
We are delighted to be hosting our second East vs West Midlands Showcase in May 2024 where we will be screening a fantastic selection of short films, half of which will represent the East Midlands with the other half representing the West.
This will be a friendly, supportive (and perhaps a little competitive) event bringing both of the UK’s Midlands regions together.
The event will take place at Derby QUAD 1:30pm – 6pm on 4 May 2024, and will include our film screening and awards presentation followed by some networking time and our well-known Pitch Up opportunity, giving anyone at the event the chance to pitch themselves, a project or whatever they fancy to the collective talent & knowledge at the event.
– Line Up –
‘A Different Place’
by Sophie Black, Tommy Draper, Z. Igbe, Katie Smith and Charlie Clarke
‘Happy Place: Jedda’
by Titas Miciulis
‘Alph-FUN-a-bet! with Imagination Jack‘
by James Pyle
‘Behind The Counter’
by Lauren Hatchard
‘The Other’
by Christopher Bevan, Ben Errington and Belinda Basson
‘Period Drama’
by Olivia Pastor, Evie Fehilly and Katherine Tozer
‘Plaggy Bag’
by Alex Withers, Mark Campbell-Garrity and Fatosh Olgacher
‘Bovine Comedy’
by Nicholas Tuck
‘Usurp the Destroyer’
by Patrick Christopher Noy Swan and Edward William
‘Dusty Do Good’
by Jack Hughes, Billy Mullaney and Daniel Simmons
The screening will also feature some clips from our semi-finalist films which will be announced soon.
– Awards & Prizes –
A t this showcase, we will be asking everyone representing the East & West Midlands to identify themselves and vote for their favourite film– from the other side! So, the award for ‘Best West’ will be picked by our East Midlands audience and our ‘Best East’ film will be picked by West Midlanders.
Finally, our ‘Best Midlands’ film overall will be decided by a Jury of industry professionals who will confer after the screening to name the best overall midlands production from this year’s showcase.
Each of the winning films will receive an award, presented by Nexus to the winning teams as recognition of their hard-work and skill.
Keep your eyes peeled for jury announcements coming soon!
– Pricing –
Nexus Cast & Crew Network CIC is a not-for-profit organisation relying heavily on donations, however it is important to us that our events are accessible to all. Therefore, they operate a ‘Pay What You Can’ policy starting at £1. For those in need of a total waiver, please email hello@wearenexus.co.uk requesting one and we will provide this, no questions asked.
Brought to you in collaboration with Derby QUAD, with support from BFI NETWORK & Film Hub Midlands, and The Actors Workshop Nottingham.

BYFN Screen & Share May 2024
2024-05-08 17:30 - 21:00 | Mockingbird Cinema, Custard factory, Birmingham, B9 4AA, United Kingdom
Join us for our next Screen & Share event in May!
We’re inviting our network members and anyone else interested in joining the network to join us at the Mockingbird Cinema to catch up, screen any work they’d like to share and update each other what you’re up to.
We’d love to see what you’ve been working on so email Cassie at byfn.contact@gmail.com if you’re interested in screening your work.

5.30pm – Arrivals
6.00pm – Opportunities & Updates
6.30pm – Screening
7.30pm – Networking
8pm – Cinema – Challengers/Love Lies Bleeding (Optional)

We want young people (16-25 years old) who want to meet like minded people to give themselves the opportunity to create and grow. We want to help foster a strong filmmaking community with the aim of helping each other to realise their potential.
Our meetings include:

Share information about opportunities
A space to showcase your work and receive feedback
Deliver information/workshops that are helpful to young filmmakers
A space to network with other young creatives with the aim of fostering collaboration
Hear from you about what support you want/need

Who we want to meet
This is for 16-25 year olds from Birmingham who want to gain experience and knowledge about filmmaking or wants to meet like minded and motivated young people. You may have a role in mind or you may want to explore your options.

Directors
Screenwriters
Editors
Producers
Actors
Camera operators/Cinematographers
Musicians/Music producers
Stylists
Make up artists
And any other enthusiastic and motivated people!

Note: we will also be taking photos and/or videos at the event. Please inform us ahead of the event or upon arrival if you do not wish for your photo to be taken.

Deaffest 2024
2024-05-10 - 2024-05-12 | Wolverhampton

Flatpack Festival 2024
2024-05-10 - 2024-05-19 | Various Locations, United Kingdom
That’s right folks – double the weekends, double the fun. Our 2024 festival will run for ten days, showcasing brilliant films of all shapes and sizes alongside unique and unexpected performances for all the senses.
Flatpack is a mobile arts organisation which exists to show amazing work, bring people together and develop new ideas. We love film in all shapes and sizes, particularly where it bumps up against other artforms, and get a kick out of transforming spaces to create unforgettable events. Every May you can find us taking over venues across Birmingham with the “magnificently eclectic” Flatpack Festival, while throughout the year we pop up all over the place with everything from family activities to al fresco horror.

Screen B14's Short Films (18) @ The Cuban Embassy
2024-05-23 20:00 - 22:30 | The Cuban Embassy (The Bulls Head), 23 St Mary's Row, Moseley, Birmingham, B13 8HW
Screen B14 are very excited to continue their monthly Thursday Film Night residency at the Cuban Embassy (The Bulls Head), 23 St Mary’s Row, Moseley, B13 8HW. This is an amazing opportunity for us to build a regular audience with exclusive film screenings that can’t be found anywhere else! There is loads of potential for us to contribute to Kings Heath, Moseley and the wider Birmingham film scene – bringing the best of global cinema to your front door.***
Their next community film @ The Cuban night is a special one: Screen B14 Short Films will take place on Thursday 23rd May. This will be a screening of Midlands short films (7:30pm doors and 8:00pm start time). The bar and kitchen will be open: with 2 for 1 on selected cocktails throughout the film. Standard tickets will be a pay as you can with £2.50 minimum online and they also accept CEA cards with one full-paying standard ticket. *DUE TO BEING LOCAL SHORTS THESE FILMS WILL NOT HAVE SUBTITLES*
Please note: Screen B14 Short Films are unclassified and therefore nobody under the age of 18 will be admitted. Tickets will not be refunded in this instance. Due to being in the upstairs function room, the venue is also not wheelchair accessible. They will provide blankets but they encourage you to bring a cushion for more comfortable seating.
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Screen B14 is Your Community Cinema and they want their events to be a place for connection, conversation and inspiration. They want to encourage an exploration of all things film and support lots of local filmmakers in the process.

West Midlands Career Showcase
2024-06-13 10:00 - 13:30 | STEAMhouse, Belmont Road, Birmingham, B4 7RQ , United Kingdom
Date: June 13th 2024
Times: 10:00 – 15:30
Location: STEAMhouse, Belmont Row, Birmingham B4 7RQ
STEAMhouse are offering free-to-access business support for digital SMEs, to help them get access to the tools, technical support and mentoring they need to grow. Through the project with Barclays Eagle Labs, digital SMEs with funded memberships will get access to exclusive events, tools, knowledge and mentoring opportunities in order to develop their skills, products and services as part of efforts to boost the region’s digital industry.
Want to see what STEAMhouse is all about? Join us on June 13th for a tour of the amazing STEAMhouse facilities and community, so we can help you innovate! Register now. WMCA Careers Showcase 13 June 2024 Tickets, Thu 13 Jun 2024 at 10:00 | Eventbrite
Want to be a part of the STEAMhouse community? Want to find out what business support programmes and tech and equipment we have available? Or are you just curious about us? Join a STEAMhouse tour to get under the innovation and creative hood. On this walking tour, we’ll explore our:

Exciting new Digital Labs (as seen on the BBC!)
Production space full of Metal, Print, Wood, Biomaterials, Plastics and Digital tools and expertise
Creative and artist studio
Collaborative classic co-working space
Modern private office space
Buzzing hot-desking area
Unique spaces for venue and event hire
Amazing STEAMhouse members who are here and doing it
Schedule of community events to help you innovate and grow
Number of fully-funded business support programmes available for SMEs

Reel Brum 009 Sponsored by Royal Television Society
2024-06-24 18:30 - 22:30 | Fazeley Studios, Digbeth, Birmingham, United Kingdom
Reel Brum is a network and creative hub for filmmakers of all levels based in Birmingham.
It is a network and creative hub set up for Filmmakers in Birmingham to meet, network, share ideas, create and produce. It’s aims are to foster a creative community within the city, connecting like-minded people to produce consistent, high quality films.
Our events will be monthly and be a mixture of film-screenings, networking, pitching and idea development; all with the view of bringing people together to make films and create a thriving filmmaking community within the city.
This network is open to anybody from Birmingham involved or interested in film and filmmaking.
Writers, Cinematographers, Actors, Make Up Artists, Producers, Directors, Set-dressers, Sound Recordists…anybody, cast or crew.
Our events will involve networking, pitching, screenings and talks.
You can submit for April selection now – you can check criteria here: https://www.reelbrum.com/flatpack-x-reel-brum
Films will be considered for the Reel Brum strand at Flatpack Festival 2025
You can submit films to us via info@reelbrum.com
All ticket money is used to Fund Reel Brum Network Activity and is reinvested into the network film creation fund. We are strictly non for profit. Please note, we have slightly raised our ticket price to offset fees.
Proud to partner with https://www.crewbirmingham.co.uk/
Crew Birmingham is a free site aimed at Film and Television employers and employees. It is a database full of Crew and Facilities that are all based in and around the Greater Birmingham area. It is the right place for Production Companies to offer PAID work to our local professional crew.
Note: If you would like to attend but the fee would be a barrier please email Info@reelbrum.com to make arrangements

LOCATION Fazeley Studios Digbeth, B5 5SE

Birmingham Indian Film Festival 2024
2024-06-26 - 2024-07-07 | Various Locations, United Kingdom
BIFF returns to cinemas with a dazzling array of Indian and South Asian premieres that you will not want to miss. We build on last years foray into XR and computer gaming and preview a new web series from YouTube comedy sensation Jasmeet Singh Raina (aka Jus Reign). Along with this we continue to champion the work of exciting British Asian talent with our New Brit-Asian shorts programme and the world premiere screening of Before Nikkah.
If you are looking to explore the best of South Asian arts and culture, BIFF is the place to be.
Tickets on sale soon.

The Freelancer Hub Birmingham
2024-06-28 10:00 - 13:00 | Mockingbird Cinema, Custard factory, Birmingham, B9 4AA, United Kingdom
The Freelancer Hub
Come join The Freelancer Hub, giving creative freelancers what they need right now – togetherness. Come and connect with like-minded individuals in similar situations in a casual setting, share experiences, and feel you belong. This in-person event offers a unique opportunity to network, collaborate, and learn from your peers and industry experts. We’re running as many as we can monthly across the country – completely for free.
An informal and friendly event with very little agenda other than to end your week feeling positive and energised. Come and be part of The Freelancer Hub. See you there!
Brought to you for free by the TV Mindset and Talented People.
Only people with a booked place will be admitted

Producers Forum 60 Second Challenge
2024-07-01 19:30 - 22:30 | Revolución de Cuba Birmingham, 8 Temple St, Birmingham, B2 5BN, United Kingdom
Join us this July as we launch our 60 Second Film Competition along with bringing our monthly guest.
Lauren Pizzicaroli, a Canadian screenwriter and script consultant now residing in the UK, is the CEO and Founder of Source Script Consulting. She also works as Executive Assistant for The Film Festival Doctor, the award-winning festival strategy consultancy service founded by Dr. Rebekah Louisa Smith. In addition to her work experience, Lauren has served as a jury member for BIFA, BAFTA, and Canadian Screen Award qualifying festivals.
We are also launching our 2nd edition of the successful 60 Second Film Competition. So whether you have a project to pitch , cast and crew to find , looking for your next opportunity or just to hang out with some cool creatives we hope to see you in attendance.

Reel Brum First Birthday sponsored by Digbeth Loc. Studios
2024-09-30 18:30 - 22:30 | Fazeley Studios, Digbeth, Birmingham, United Kingdom
It’s Reel Brum’s first birthday!!
Join them to celebrate 1 year of Reel Brum, find out what they have planned for the year ahead and, of course, eat cake.
Thank you to their sponsors Digbeth Loc. Studios.
Reel Brum is a network and creative hub for filmmakers of all levels based in Birmingham.
It is a network and creative hub set up for Filmmakers in Birmingham to meet, network, share ideas, create and produce. It’s aims are to foster a creative community within the city, connecting like-minded people to produce consistent, high quality films.
Their events will be monthly and be a mixture of film-screenings, networking, pitching and idea development; all with the view of bringing people together to make films and create a thriving filmmaking community within the city.
This network is open to anybody from Birmingham involved or interested in film and filmmaking.
Writers, Cinematographers, Actors, Make Up Artists, Producers, Directors, Set-dressers, Sound Recordists…anybody, cast or crew.
Their events will involve networking, pitching, screenings and talks.
You can submit for April selection now – you can check criteria here: https://www.reelbrum.com/flatpack-x-reel-brum
Films will be considered for the Reel Brum strand at Flatpack Festival 2025
You can submit films to us via info@reelbrum.com
All ticket money is used to Fund Reel Brum Network Activity and is reinvested into the network film creation fund. We are strictly non for profit. Please note, they have slightly raised our ticket price to offset fees.
Proud to partner with https://www.crewbirmingham.co.uk/
Crew Birmingham is a free site aimed at Film and Television employers and employees. It is a database full of Crew and Facilities that are all based in and around the Greater Birmingham area. It is the right place for Production Companies to offer PAID work to our local professional crew.
Note: If you would like to attend but the fee would be a barrier please email Info@reelbrum.com to make arrangements

Location
Fazeley Studios Digbeth, B5 5SE

Filming In England Connect: Industry Mixers October
2024-10-10 18:00 - 21:00 | The Bond, 180-182 Fazeley St, Birmingham, B5 5SE, United Kingdom
Filming In England’s Industry Mixer networking evenings strive to bring together Film & TV crew from all backgrounds and experience levels.​ By uniting regional based crew, supply chain businesses and supporting local partners they are uniquely placed to convene industry conversations, fostering new opportunities for attendees.
To register for Filming in England Connect; Birmingham Industry Mixer, please first fill out the form on Filming In England’s events page.
Filming in England and its event partners stand committed to fostering equality, diversity and inclusion across our screen industries.
Their partners, Create Central, have been selected by British Film Institute (BFI) to receive funding as one of six Skills Clusters. The funding focusses on establishing localised support for skills development and training within the West Midlands, with an aim to create new opportunities for people from underrepresented backgrounds to pursue careers in the sector – it is all about increasing equity, diversity and inclusion in the film and TV industry.
They know it can feel like an irritation to be asked about private information, but it’s really important to gather this data so they can measure the impact of the funding and know that they are really reaching the people it is designed to support. Any personal data you provide will be kept strictly confidential and will remain totally anonymous. Your input makes a real difference and allows them to continue delivering their services in a meaningful, impactful way.
They would be extremely grateful if you could fill in the form. A ‘prefer not to say’ option is provided throughout.
Completion and submission of this form is a requirement for attending their upcoming mixer. Once you have submitted your information, you will be re-directed to their registration page.

Early Development Funding - Midlands Filmmaker Roundtable 1
2024-10-28 12:30 | Online
As the BFI NETWORK Early Development Fund re-opens, Film Hub Midlands are hosting a series of roundtables with their Talent Executives to learn more about the fund, the process of writing a treatment and other BFI NETWORK opportunities in the Midlands.
The Early Development Fund is for emerging writers who looking to make the leap from shorts or writers who may be coming from other disciplines who are looking to make the crossover to features. The fund enables writers to take an idea to treatment level and they hope these roundtables can give you an insight into the journey and beyond. All their roundtables are informal with plenty of opportunity to ask your own questions.
The deadline for the Early Development Fund is 11am on Tuesday 19th November 2024.
These sessions are open to filmmakers based in the Midlands, or producers working with writers in the Midlands.
They often experience high levels of demand for these limited-capacity roundtables. If you have booked and are unable to make the session please let them know at BFINETWORK@filmhubmidlands.org or cancel through Eventbrite. In order to ensure that spaces are available to all, they reserve the right to cancel future roundtable bookings within this series for those who do not attend without cancelling.

Reel Brum 013 Sponsored by Royal Television Society
2024-10-28 18:30 - 22:30 | Fazeley Studios, Digbeth, Birmingham, United Kingdom
Reel Brum is a network and creative hub for filmmakers of all levels based in Birmingham.
It is a network and creative hub set up for Filmmakers in Birmingham to meet, network, share ideas, create and produce. It’s aims are to foster a creative community within the city, connecting like-minded people to produce consistent, high quality films.
Our events will be monthly and be a mixture of film-screenings, networking, pitching and idea development; all with the view of bringing people together to make films and create a thriving filmmaking community within the city.
This network is open to anybody from Birmingham involved or interested in film and filmmaking.
Writers, Cinematographers, Actors, Make Up Artists, Producers, Directors, Set-dressers, Sound Recordists…anybody, cast or crew.
Our events will involve networking, pitching, screenings and talks.
You can submit for April selection now – you can check criteria here: https://www.reelbrum.com/flatpack-x-reel-brum
Films will be considered for the Reel Brum strand at Flatpack Festival 2025
You can submit films to us via info@reelbrum.com
All ticket money is used to Fund Reel Brum Network Activity and is reinvested into the network film creation fund. We are strictly non for profit. Please note, we have slightly raised our ticket price to offset fees.
Proud to partner with https://www.crewbirmingham.co.uk/
Crew Birmingham is a free site aimed at Film and Television employers and employees. It is a database full of Crew and Facilities that are all based in and around the Greater Birmingham area. It is the right place for Production Companies to offer PAID work to our local professional crew.
Note: If you would like to attend but the fee would be a barrier please email Info@reelbrum.com to make arrangements

Early Development Funding - Midlands Filmmaker Roundtable 2
2024-11-04 12:30 | Online

STIRCHLEY FILM AND FOOD FEST | Curse of the Golden Flower (15) with Chancers Cafe / Yikouchi
2024-11-07 18:30 - 22:30 | Stirchley Baths, Birmingham, B30 2JT, United Kingdom
As part of Stirchley Film and Food Festival, they’re presenting the stunning Chinese epic Curse of the Golden Flower, filled with palace drama and breathtaking visuals, paired with a luxurious menu from Chancers Café / Yikouchi, offering a blend of Chinese and fusion delicacies that will leave you full- visually and gastronomically!
Curse of the Golden Flower (2006), directed by Zhang Yimou, tells a gripping story of betrayal, power, and family conflict set during the Tang Dynasty. Its opulent visuals are complemented perfectly by the delectable feast inspired by the film’s sumptuous setting.
“Curse of the Golden Flower by Zhang Yimou is an impressive choice for Stirchley Film and Food Fest. It’s big on grand scenes and visuals, plus Gong Li!”
-Cassie and James, Chancers
What to expect:
🚪 Doors open: 6:30pm
🍲 Food served: Chancers will be offering a Gaifan menu for this event.
VEGAN OPTION: Dry-fried cauliflower & beancurd with a side of smacked cucumber + steamed mushroom baozi
MEAT OPTION: Dry-fried chicken & Turkish peppers with a side of smacked cucumber + steamed pork baozi
🎥 Film starts: 7:30pm
🎬 Certificate: 15
⏰ Running time: 114 mins
Some other important stuff:

The film is presented in Chinese, with English subtitles.
The venue is wheelchair accessible. Please let them know if you have specific access needs, and they’ll do their best to accommodate.
They’re committed to making Stirchley Film and Food Festival as eco-friendly as possible.

Prepare for a night of epic storytelling, both on screen and through the rich flavours of Chancers Café / Yikouchi.

STIRCHLEY FOOD AND FILM FEST | Wallace & Gromit: A Matter of Loaf and Death (PG) with Loaf Bakery
2024-11-10 14:00 - 16:30 | Stirchley Baths, Birmingham, B30 2JT, United Kingdom
Join everyone’s favourite animated plasticine Wallace & Gromit in a murder mystery, including a serial killer murdering bakers. Wallace and Gromit operate a bakery business, during which Gromit tries to solve the case before Wallace himself ends up as the killer’s latest and final victim.
Baked goods will be provided by Stirchley’s very own Loaf bakery. Sweet treats, popcorn and soft drinks will also be available.
The event will include a selection of family friendly shorts and a a short clip about model making.
To make this family friendly event extra special they will be providing materials for kids to make their own model characters and do some Wallace & Gromit inspired colouring provided by Aardman.
The screening will be relaxed and welcoming to all. They will have lights on low, the audience is welcome to sit how they like and also come and go as needed. If you want to see the venue before the event starts this can be arranged. Please just contact them if there is anything else they can do to make this event fun for everyone.
This is a ‘Pay as you feel’ event, as they want to make sure this screening is accessible to all families. A guide price is £6 an adult and £3 for kids.
What to expect:
🚪Doors open 2:00pm
🧆 Food served: A selection of baked goods and sweet treats will be available to purchase, along with complimentary tea, coffee, and soft drinks.
🎥 Film starts 3.00pm
🎬 Certificate: PG
⏰ Running time: 60 mins
Some other important stuff:
All films will have subtitles.
The venue is wheelchair accessible. Please let them know if you have any specific access needs, and they’ll do their best to accommodate.
If you have any dietary requirements, just pop them in the booking form and they’ll sort it out!
They’re doing everything they can to make Stirchley Film and Food Festival as eco-friendly as possible.

Early Development Funding - Midlands Filmmaker Roundtable 3
2024-11-11 12:30 | Online

Film Hub Midlands Mixer: WORCESTER
2024-11-12 18:00 - 20:00 | The Dart Side, The Dart Side, Angel Mall, Worcester, WR1 3QT, United Kingdom
Film Hub Midlands are continuing their tour of filmmaker mixers across the Midlands. They will be popping up at The Dart Side in Worcester for their next event. Come join them for an evening of filmmaker networking – the NETWORK team shall be on hand too so come say hello, they would love to meet you.
WHEN: Tuesday 12th November | 6.00-8.00pm
WHERE: The Dart Side | Angel Mall | Worcester WR1 3QT
This is a free event but sign up is required in the form below.

STIRCHLEY FILM AND FOOD FEST | L'immensità (12A) with Alicia's Bakehouse
2024-11-12 19:30 - 22:30 | Alicia’s Micro Bakehouse, 1377 Pershore Rd, Birmingham, B30 2JR, United Kingdom
Bringing a little bit of Italian warmth to a November eve in Stirchley, enjoy fresh pizzas from Alicia’s bakehouse alongside Emanuele Crialese’s drama of family dysfunction, starring Penélope Cruz.
Set in 1970’s Rome, the film follows preteen Adri and their family. While their parents struggle in an unhappy marriage, Adri rejects their name and identity, ultimately deciding to live as a boy.
What to expect:
🚪Doors open 7.00pm
🧆 Food served: Your ticket includes 1 margharita with one topping and 1 drink up to a single wine or pint of beer from Alicia’s Micro Bakehouse for £20 or 1 Margharita with one topping and a Coca Cola or Diet Coca Cola for £18.
🎥 Film starts 7.30pm
🎬 Certificate: 12A
⏰ Running time: 97 mins
Some other important stuff:
All films will have subtitles.
The venue is wheelchair accessible. Please let them know if you have any specific access needs, and they’ll do their best to accommodate.
If you have any dietary requirements, just pop them in the booking form and they’ll sort it out!
They’re doing everything they can to make Stirchley Film and Food Festival as eco-friendly as possible.

STIRCHLEY FILM AND FOOD FEST | The Lunchbox (PG) with Kolkata Lounge
2024-11-18 18:30 - 22:30 | Kolkata Lounge Restaurant, 1488 Pershore Rd, Bournville,, Birmingham, B30 2NT, United Kingdom
Join Stirchley Food and Film Festival for a mid-festival feast: The Lunchbox x Kolkata Lounge Restaurant x Stirchley Open Cinema
As part of the Stirchley Film and Food Festival, they’re excited to bring you an evening celebrating Indian cinema and cuisine, with a special screening of The Lunchbox, paired with a delicious menu from Kolkata Lounge Restaurant.
The Lunchbox (2013), a heartwarming and touching Indian drama, tells the story of an unusual relationship sparked by a mix-up in Mumbai’s famed lunchbox delivery system. This charming film explores connection, tradition, and the power of a well-cooked meal—a perfect match for the culinary delights that Kolkata Lounge will be serving.
What to expect:
🚪 Doors open: 6:30pm
🍛 Food served: A flavorful Indian starter and any main and any rice or any naan by Kolkata Lounge Restaurant included in your ticket. (Pre-order at the next step and check out the mouth-watering menu).
🎥 Film starts: 7:30pm
🎬 Certificate: PG
⏰ Running time: 104 mins
Some other important stuff:

All films will have subtitles.
The venue is wheelchair accessible. If you have any specific access needs, please let them know, and they’ll do their best to accommodate.
They’re committed to making Stirchley Film and Food Festival as eco-friendly as possible.

Come for the film, stay for the feast, and enjoy an evening of storytelling on screen and on your plate!

STIRCHLEY FOOD AND FILM FEST | Palestinian short films with Maqloubeh | co-presented by Falestine on film
2024-11-21 18:30 - 22:30 | Stirchley Baths, Birmingham, B30 2JT, United Kingdom
Presented in partnership with Falasteen on Film who specialise in showing Palestinian films highlighting the conflict in Gaza.
Maqloubeh, one of three short films on the night, follows the story of four roommates making maqloubeh, the classic Palestinian rice, meat and vegetable dish, and debating what the dish is or isn’t. Is lamb the traditional hero item or chicken? It’s a cosy, homely movie that takes a dramatic turn.
They will be serving both meat and veg maqloubeh on the day, with the ceremonial flipping of the upside down dish and grand reveal being a predicted highlight (choose your meat or vegetarian option when booking your tickets).
They are also fundraising for registered charity Rivers of Mercy – please find out how you can support when booking your ticket.
What to expect:
🚪Doors open 6:30pm
🧆 Food served: A traditional Maqloubeh.
🎥 Films start 7.30pm
Some other important stuff:
The venue is wheelchair accessible. Please let them know if you have any specific access needs, and they’ll do their best to accommodate.
If you have any dietary requirements, just pop them in the booking form and they’ll sort it out!
They’re doing everything they can to make Stirchley Film and Food Festival as eco-friendly as possible.

STIRCHLEY FILM AND FOOD FEST | Shorts, beers and baked goods + filmmaker Q + A
2024-11-28 18:30 - 22:30 | Birmingham Brewing Company, Birmingham, B30 2PF, United Kingdom
Join Stirchley Film and Food Fest as they celebrate the best local filmmakers in Brum, screening their short films with Brum Brew Co. beers and baked goods from Levain and Cherry Bakery.
This special pop-up event closes the film and food festival with a pick-and-mix experience of films drinks and snacks.
About the films:

Boxer Short Films, purveyors of the best in worldwide animation, present their pick of mouth-watering animated shorts.
‘Rushed’ (directed by local filmmaker Nadine O’Mahony) is the story of a chance encounter between a black woman and a South Asian man in Birmingham forces them to confront life changing events they are desperately trying to escape. Nadine is a writer/director of Irish and Jamaican heritage who creates character-based stories with striking visuals. Her BFI funded short Rushed premiered at the BAFTA qualifying Flatpack Film Festival and won Best Breakout film at the Windrush Caribbean Film Festival. In her spare time, she is head programmer for Screen B14 a non-profit, community cinema and film collective and co-hosts The Brum Picture Show a digital radio show and podcast with an irreverent take on film news and reviews on Brum Radio.
‘A Dumpling Story’, Directed by Carl Woods; a MADEBYBRUM production. Step into Blowwater Cafe in Kings Heath, Birmingham, and take a journey across memory and food with Sabrina, a creative from Hong Kong who finds community and friendship in a new city.

About the food:
Keeping the King’s Heath connection, and welcoming them ahead of their new opening in Stirchley, they have the battle of the bakeries! Levain and Cherry Bakery will provide snack boxes stuffed with the best fresh bakes, and Aphra Bakes will offer cake options to slice on the night! 🥐🥖🥨
To keep you refreshed, Brum Brew Co. will be offering a complimentary drink on with your ticket, and the bar will be open for the duration of the event. 🍺🍻🍷🥤
What to expect:
🚪 Doors open 6:30pm
🥂 Welcome drinks from Brum Brew Co. : 6:30 – 7pm
🧆 Food served: A snack box jam-packed with baked goodies from Levain and Cherry
🎥 Film starts 7.30pm
~ Between the films they will host a casual discussion and Q and A with the local filmmakers ~
Some other important stuff:
All films will have subtitles where possible.
The venue is wheelchair accessible. Please let them know if you have any specific access needs, and they’ll do their best to accommodate.
The snacks will be vegetarian and nut free, but they can’t offer gluten free options at this event.
They’re doing everything they can to make Stirchley Film and Food Festival as eco-friendly as possible.
