It's DFFB 2021! That means it's the 6TH ANNUAL DFFB!

We've been so happy to be bringing free film screenings to Bradford (and now also Oakland, CA) since 2016. We pride ourselves on being filmmaker-focused and putting unique and interesting films in front of new audiences without charging crazy ticket prices for screenings.

2020 was...different. But we were quick to adapt on put on a banger of a virtual event. For 2021, we're optimistic about returning to our beloved pub partners, but either way we will definitely, absolutely happen and are excited to see what you've made! So please send us your best most interesting stuff and help us put on the best most interesting events going!

WHAT WE'RE ABOUT
My goal in founding Drunken Film Fest was to provide comfortable, unique, and most importantly FREE spaces to show our films. That led me to the amazing local pub scene of Bradford - hence 'Drunken' Film Fest. It's not about getting drunk on booze; it's about getting drunk on film, having great conversations, and exploring the amazing venues this city has to offer.

— Jax Griffin, festival founder and director

Awards & Prizes

Winning films will be reviewed for the amazing film magazine Film Inquiry

www.filminquiry.com

Rules & Terms

1. ALL ENTRIES MUST BE THROUGH FilmFreeway.

2. All films must be available to be screened in the United Kingdom and be free of licensing fees.

3. All films must be available in a screenable format (1080 Quicktime).

4. All films must have been completed after 01 January 2018.

5. No more than 3 submissions per person. Submitting more than 3 films (without expressed approval) will result in immediate disqualification.

6. Submissions must not be freely available online at time of entry.

7. Films made in languages other than English must include subtitles.

8. Please include copy of Student ID with all student film submissions.

9. By entering Drunken Film Fest - Bradford, you give the organisers of the festival permission to screen your film and to use any promotional stills or descriptions for festival advertising.
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  • Lou Sumray

    How lucky are we in Bradford to have this film festival and I was delighted to have my animation chosen to be part of it. Obviously due to Covid things were different this year but it didn't stop the Festival giving off warmth and inspiration. Looking forward to hopefully being on the streets next year.

    December 2020
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you, Lou! Looking forward to screening more of your amazing animations!

  • Tommy Mack

    I like these guys! A lot of fests are impersonal, but these guys are not only professional, but they're just cool to deal with. If we weren't in lockdown, I would have gladly flown from LA to Bradford to hang out and network. Nevertheless, I highly recommend this festival to all. BTW, they have totally epic laurels!

    December 2020
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    Response from festival:

    Thanks so much, Tommy! We love our laurels too!!! Maybe one day we'll get you out to Bradford!!

  • Declan Bracewell

    My film had a nice reception and then seeing other films and the fact that I was talking to the filmmakers without me feeling too much shy was very good too. A great privilege to be within the same space as these films. Very intimate if you would like to visit one of the bars it will be showing at next year.

    August 2018
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    Response from festival:

    Declan, thanks so much for being a part of the festival! It's always brilliant to showcase local filmmakers!

  • Jack Levy

    Great on the communication with the filmmakers.

    August 2018
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    Response from festival:

    Jack, we're really glad you appreciated the communication. We work really hard to keep everyone updated about what's going on and we're constantly trying to improve. Thanks for being part of the festival!

  • Karni Haneman

    This was a really fun festival with some great screenings and a lovely and welcoming staff!

    August 2018
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    Response from festival:

    Karni, we were so thrilled you were able to attend the festival and be part of our panel discussion. It was one of the best nights of the 2018 festival for sure! We look forward to seeing more work from you in the future and thank you for being part of the festival!