Bitesize Short Film Fest

Bitesize Short Film Festival returns to Riverside Studios, London for its second edition, following an inaugural year that received over 1,500 submissions from filmmakers worldwide.

Hosted at the iconic Riverside Studios in Hammersmith, the festival brings together filmmakers and audiences for three days of screenings, networking, and celebration of the short film form.

Filmmakers will have the opportunity to:
• Screen their work in a respected London arts venue
• Meet fellow filmmakers and industry professionals
• Attend festival networking events and celebrations
• Compete for festival awards judged by an industry panel

Festival Experience
Selected filmmakers will be invited to attend the festival and take part in:
🎬 Cinema screenings of selected films
🍸 Filmmaker networking events
🎉 Opening and closing celebrations
🏆 Awards presentation

Bitesize champions story-driven short films with strong ideas, craft, and personality.
We are particularly interested in films that demonstrate bold storytelling and a distinctive creative voice.

About Riverside Studios
Riverside Studios is one of London’s most respected arts venues, with a long history in film, television, and theatre.

Today Riverside Studios continues to support emerging artists and filmmakers through festivals, screenings, and cultural events.

Bitesize Short Film Festival forms part of this ongoing commitment to new voices in storytelling.

Bitesize aims to create a welcoming, filmmaker-friendly environment where audiences and artists can connect.

What We’re Looking For

We are primarily seeking narrative short films under 20 minutes.
We welcome submissions across genres including:

• Drama
• Comedy
• Thriller
• Animation

Films should demonstrate clear storytelling, strong direction, and a distinctive voice.