Hosted by Animation UK and supported by the BFI with National Lottery funding through the ScreenUK Industry umbrella, the UK Pavilion will be based at MIFA Stand D.15 from 23–25 June 2026. The Pavilion will provide a professional base for UK studios, producers, funders, agencies and international partners to meet, connect and explore new opportunities […]
Distributor and Rights management company Hoho Rights (Cloudbabies, Toad & Friends) has picked up the third-party distribution rights for Channel Five milkshake!’s popular mixed media drama Mimi’s World (40×11’) and CiTV’s classic hit animated series Fetch the Vet (25×10’). Produced by Adastra Development with funding from Northern Ireland Screen and support from the BFI’s Young […]
Official statistics from the British Film Institute (BFI) show inward investment film and high-end TV (HETV) titles contributing £5.8 billion (€6.6bn) to the UK economy in 2025, fuelled by Hollywood productions. The 2025 inward investment production statistics, up from £5 billion in 2024, which BFI said demonstrates “the inherent strength, stability and longer-term sustainability of […]
Netflix has announced that its Documentary Talent Fund will return for another year in a continued effort to provide opportunities and support to under-represented filmmakers from across the UK and Ireland. Five filmmakers, and their teams will have the chance to make a short documentary film with a budget of £30,000 each. Entries will be […]
Today, diplomacy is no longer confined to political negotiations or formal agreements. Instead, soft power, the ability to influence and attract through culture, values, and ideas, has become an essential tool in shaping international relations. A compelling example of this is the UK’s global cultural footprint. Through entertainment, the UK builds bridges that foster mutual […]
The third edition of the Wonder Women Conference brought together over 20 trailblazing female leaders, creatives, and on-screen talent from across the TV, film and creative industries at BFI Southbank for a day of inspiration, industry insight and empowerment on September 26th. Hosted by Wonder Women CIC, the pioneering women’s network that champions the elevation […]
The Wonder Women Conference has unveiled the full programme for its 2025 edition, taking place on September 26th at BFI Southbank, London. New additions to the line-up include broadcaster Anita Rani, Banijay UK COO Sarb Nijjer and the Media Trust’s Daisy Church. They join an already stellar line-up of senior executives and changemakers, including Debbie […]
Ccreative executive Harriet Spencer has joined Neal Street as Executive Producer in a newly created senior role, with immediate effect. Spencer will help build the company’s slate of original TV projects, bringing with her over 20 years of experience in high-end scripted content across both TV and film. The appointment marks a significant addition to […]
All Set West, a new skills package designed to power up careers, grow connections and unlock opportunities behind the camera for underrepresented talent across the West of England, is officially underway – with applications now open for the first round of free All Set West Training designed to get industry newcomers set ready for entry-level […]
UK Asian Film Festival – the world’s longest running South Asian film festival – has unveiled the full programme of its 27th edition. Running at venues across London, Leicester and Coventry from May 1st to 11th, UK Asian Film Festival is presented by Tongues on Fire and is supported by the BFI Audience Projects Fund, […]