Film Underground is a short film and animation festival held in unique underground venues in London and Bristol. Dedicated to showcasing emerging filmmakers and local artists, offering a platform to share their creative visions with a diverse audience. The festival highlights fresh talent, unconventional storytelling, and artistic expression with a focus on community and bringing people together.
Underground offers an immersive experience where art and culture collide. It’s a place to discover new voices and support the next generation of filmmakers.
Short films often struggle for attention in traditional festivals, but Underground changes that by offering greater visibility and opportunities for filmmakers. Here, filmmakers can connect with a wider audience, free from corporate interference and budget.
Submit to Underground and be part of a festival that values your work and connects you to viewers who want to see it.
This festival is organised by ANiMiNSPO and Day Job Films.
Film categories and awards
- Found Underground: For Future Filmmakers
- The Day Job Award: For the Audience to Decide.
- The Isles Award: For the Best UK Film
- The Mayhem Award: Best Animated Film of the Night
- The Lyon Heart Award: For Brave Filmmaking
- The MoleHill Award: For Best Live Action Film of the Night
Cast / Crew
The Mask Awards: Best Actor / Actress
The Paintbrush Award: Best Art Department / Production Designer
The Viewfinder Award: Best Cinematographer
The Spruce Award: Best Screenwriter
The Tribe Award: Best Director
