🔸Regular Monthly Cinema Screenings
🔸Arthouse Cinema https://www.arthousecrouchend.co.uk
🔸More info on us: https://www.cineboothfilms.com
🔸Cinema Location: 159A Tottenham Ln, London N8 9BT

➢We curate an exceptional selection of short films for bi-monthly screenings at London's renowned Arthouse Cinema and are now accepting entries for 2025. This is a rare opportunity for filmmakers to showcase their work on one of the UK’s most popular commercial screens, ensuring their creations receive the spotlight and high-quality presentation they deserve.

➢ Since 2019, we've been champions for filmmakers, bridging the gap between emerging talents and established voices in the industry. Through meticulously curated live and online events, including screenings, networking sessions, premieres, and insightful Q&As, we've created a platform that elevates the best of the best. Our mission is to showcase the diverse voices and remarkable achievements of filmmakers, regardless of resources or runtime.

➢ In Partnership with Arthouse Cinema:
Located in Crouch End, this cinema is at the heart of a community of film enthusiasts. Our events, set in an area frequented by renowned actors, provide a local favourite.

➢ What To Expect
🔹Frequent Screenings: Enjoy monthly opportunities for film selection.
🔹Engaged Audience: Prioritizing cinema enjoyment, fostering film appreciation over critique.
🔹Global Representation: Embracing films from diverse backgrounds; please provide subtitles for non-English submissions.
🔹Networking: Connect with fellow filmmakers and industry professionals during the event, or engage with the general audience for valuable feedback.
🔹On-site Q&A (Optional): Participate in a post-screening Q&A session if you're available on the night.
🔹Introductory Clip (Optional): Submit a 45-second clip to introduce your film if you're unable to attend in person.

➢ Join Our Community
🔹 Continuous Consideration: Films not selected are automatically considered for the next screening opportunity.
🔹 Social Media Recognition: Selected or not, exceptional films receive shoutouts on our social media platforms, enhancing their reach.
🔹 Networking Opportunities: While we can't guarantee selection for every film, those not chosen may still be introduced to our partner companies or cinemas for potential future opportunities.

➢ Explore the Cinebooth experience - where short films find a home, and filmmakers become part of a dynamic, supportive community. Submit your film today, and let's continue changing the narrative on short films together!

All selected films will receive:

🔸 Officially Selected Laurel
🔸 Screening Confirmation Document
🔸 Officially Selected Cinebooth Certificate
🔸 Online or in person Q&A
🔸 Free festival entry, +3 guests
🔸 50% discount on next festival submission

In addition to being selected to feature on the screen, we'll acknowledge outstanding contributions by holding these special recognition awards:

🏆 Laurel: Cinebooth's Winner
🏆 Laurel: Arthouse Cinema's Winner
🏆 Certificate: Cinebooth Winner
🏆 Certificate: Arthouse Winner
🏆 Free submission entry on next festival

Our commitment is continuous beyond the screening, as we always take into account past selected works for future events, for recommendation to partners in the industry, as well as active promotion on our social media to ensure a wider audience reach.

Cinebooth Films Submission Terms and Conditions:

⚠️ 1. Global Submissions: Clearly states the acceptance of submissions worldwide, with a specific requirement for subtitles in non-English films.

⚠️ 2.Film Criteria: Focuses on the review process and runtime limitations, ensuring films fit scheduling requirements.

⚠️ 3. Content Guidelines: Specifies the criteria for mature content and the potential acceptance based on narrative or artistic merit.

⚠️ 4. Content Types: Provides a separate channel for submitting other media types, directing inquiries to a designated email address.

⚠️ 5. Social Media Exposure: Highlights the potential for promotional exposure on social media platforms unless otherwise requested.

⚠️ 6. Inappropriate Content: Clearly outlines prohibited content, including examples such as child exploitation and animal cruelty.

⚠️ 7. Promotional Usage: Establishes permission for the use of film excerpts for promotional purposes, emphasizing the need for rights ownership.

⚠️ 8. Submission Fee: Addresses the submission fee requirement and its non-refundable nature, specifying payment through the designated platform.

⚠️ 9. Copyright and Ownership: Reinforces the importance of rights ownership and granting permission for showcasing films.

⚠️ 10. Disqualification: States the right to disqualify submissions that violate terms or fail to meet criteria, ensuring fairness in the selection process.

⚠️ 11. Notification of Acceptance: Details the communication process for informing applicants of acceptance or rejection.

⚠️ 12. Contact Usage: States that contact details provided during submission may be used to promote the filmmakers to potential investors, distributors, or collaborators following the screening, including on the screening night, social media, and flyers.

⚠️ 13. Film Festival Rights: Outlines the rights granted to Cinebooth Films for exhibiting selected films at events and promotional activities.

⚠️ 14. Indemnification: Establishes the agreement for indemnifying Cinebooth Films against claims arising from submissions or screenings.

⚠️ 15. Agreement to Terms: Confirms the acknowledgment and acceptance of terms and conditions by submitting filmmakers.

Overall Rating
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  • Ana Pio

    If you're not bothered by the quality of your screening, then this is a good night out in North London. Otherwise, avoid.
    To start with, they informed me of the selection over Instagram message on a weekend night and less than 24 hours later, pressured me for a response to 'who's coming to the screening with you?'. I was actually on annual leave enjoying time with my family, it was a weekend and it was night-time. This approach was a red flag from the get-go but I asked them to email and things flowed a bit better.
    The environment of the event was light and fun but the festival organiser's response to the technical issues was appalling. 3 out of 5 shorts screened with the image lagging and, as this is a fairly new event and I thought this was a nice group of people trying to start something cool, I provided them with feedback for the future. Even though this could have been very problematic if I had brought a financier to the screening, for example, they just flat-out told us that no technical issues occurred. I was with a group of 7 filmmakers who all noticed this, but we were made to feel both ignorant and crazy for bringing the issue to light.
    I was also blamed for not having a trigger warning IN THE FILM, by the organisers, when this is the responsibility of any and all distributors (specially if you're selling tickets to the public, which they were) - it is not the filmmaker's responsibility or the piece of work to provide a warning before a screening.
    And finally, my GDPR rights were violated when they blasted my personal/spam email address on the screen for me to be contacted by anyone watching. At no point did I consent to this, or chose which data to make public, and this is virtually unheard of. Proper communication was non-existent.
    It's absolutely fine to try new things and be creative, but I'm hoping that people who disrespect filmmakers this way either grow and improve their experience or reconsider entirely if what they're doing should continue.

    November 2024
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    Response from festival:

    Let us be absolutely clear: we will not apologise or entertain Ana Pio’s review as constructive feedback because it is entirely false. Below, we will address the inaccuracies point by point while reaffirming our commitment to supporting filmmakers. Fake reviews will not stop us. This statement comes directly from the director of Cinebooth, and we take this opportunity to warn others in the industry to be cautious of individuals like Ana, who take advantage of kindness and demand more than they are entitled to.

    We strive to create an inclusive and supportive environment for all filmmakers. Ana Pio’s film, however, was not up to the standard of the other selected works, and it was only included because we wanted to extend a kind gesture to a local filmmaker. These events are far more than what is seen on the night; they involve countless hidden costs to obtain a cinema venue, like promotional materials, and covering complimentary seats for guests. In Ana’s case, we went far beyond what is normally offered, and yet she repaid this kindness with anger, demands, and now a fake review two months after the event. This review appears to be motivated purely by bitterness over her ban, a decision made to ensure others are not subjected to her behaviour.

    1. Technical Issues & Public Screening Standards:
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    Ana’s claims about technical issues and trigger warnings are completely baseless. Cinebooth events are public screenings hosted at professional cinemas, where all films undergo rigorous testing weeks before and on the day for technical elements such as sound, colour, ratio, etc. Trigger warnings and age certificates are reviewed and added by the cinema or requested from us if needed.

    The suggestion that we singled Ana out or blamed her for a missing trigger warning is not only false but ludicrous. The process is entirely handled by the cinema and our team to ensure everything meets public screening standards. These screenings are hosted in a cinema open to the general public meaning it’s as important to them as like any other film, to maintain quality and all the standards in place!

    2. Generosity Overlooked
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    We would like to highlight the generous offerings given to Ana as a local filmmaker, which included:
    - 7 free seat tickets (£35 value),
    - 3 free film submissions (£30 value),
    - 2 free pizzas for her and her group (£24 value),
    - and even a cinebooth cocktail for (£7.50 value).

    These aren’t typical offerings and were granted to make her feel welcome and provide opportunities. While other filmmakers appreciated our communication, Ana’s lack of gratitude speaks volumes. We made special exceptions for her and we are being as transparent as possible putting this online for everyone to know.

    3. Communication
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    We make an effort to reach out via FilmFreeway email, our own email, and social media to make sure everyone knows about the opportunity to reserve free seats, which is a part of our promise when filmmakers submit their work. We do this early to ensure no one misses out, and this outreach typically starts at least three weeks before the event. Asking filmmakers to let us know how many seats they’d like is entirely in their best interest, as these reservations cost us money. We do not rush anyone but make sure they know the seats are available. The idea of a 24-hour deadline was never communicated to Ana. In fact, why would we rush someone for something that costs us? It’s counterproductive. Other filmmakers were grateful for our communication, responding politely and without issue. Ana, however, responded with anger and entitlement, and we are left questioning would she behave and respond this way if it were Cannes Festival asking for her seat preferences? We doubt it.

    To be transparent, when Ana was away on this holiday that she mentions in her review with her family which is when she received our message about seat reservations, it was during a time of personal loss for our team, as we had just lost a close family member. Despite this, we still made the effort to ensure filmmakers were informed about available opportunities. This highlights our commitment as a small team to supporting filmmakers, even in difficult times. Ana, please remember that everyone has their own challenges and while you were enjoying a holiday, we were going through a difficult period, yet we still made the effort to care. Also Ana, note that we appear on FFW any message, or email written to anybody can arrive in their inbox at any time as we welcome filmmakers all over the world in different times zones. We would understand frustration if you'd receive a telephone call waking you in the middle of the night, which you did not.

    4. GDPR
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    On the GDPR point, let’s clarify: Cinebooth operates transparently to help filmmakers gain exposure. At events, we include contact details; such as social media handles, web link, an email provided to us or any other details, all to then be on-screen and in the printed programme to benefit the filmmaker. Our Terms & Conditions (bullet point 12), available publicly on FilmFreeway, clearly outline this practice. In our automated emails we reflect this so filmmakers can share their preferred form of contact to be displayed.

    Ana did not provide any contact preference, so a team member used an email associated with her FilmFreeway submission. While FilmFreeway terms allow us to use this, we’ve warned the team member to be more cautious in the future, ensuring no personal email is used if there’s any uncertainty. This measure is to prevent misunderstandings, even though we acted within policy.

    4. Ana Banned for Reason:
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    We’ve also been taken aback by Ana’s toxic attitude at the event and the fact that she left a review on behalf of others who didn’t share her concerns. It’s clear that her issues were personal, and she tried to speak for people who were perfectly happy with their experience. This misrepresentation caused discomfort among the other filmmakers, who were offended by her actions. One of the filmmakers even took the time to let us know how uncomfortable Ana’s behaviour was. It’s important to note that we’ve never received any negative feedback about the event from any other filmmakers. In fact, many of them have already submitted more films to us, and we are excited to continue working with them.

    5. A Final Word
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    Anyone reading this is welcome to reach out on social media with any questions or discount inquiries, no commitment needed. We’re here to help. However, Ana Pio has been banned from our events and social media. We strongly advise festivals, filmmakers, and actors to be cautious of her toxic attitude, which only makes an already challenging industry even harder for herself and others. We believe in supporting one another, not making things more difficult for those trying to make their way. Cinebooth does not tolerate bullies, and we will standup against them like Ana Pio, and we want you to all know that any constructive feedback is always taken seriously, we just don’t respect lies!

    PS. We kindly ask you Ana to respect the ban from all future events, to not try and continue to send us more work and/or seek more offers and discounts from us, do not bother responding we are tired of your lies and we do not want to reach a point to use legal action to keep you away from us! There is no reality in this where we open the doors again to you at our events so please do not try anymore, and instead use this opportunity to grow and learn to respect others.

  • Norman Tamkivi

    Fantastic festival with amazing films and people. The Cinebooth team has always been top notch, with excellent support and communication. It’s also a great festival for networking and my experience has always been extremely positive.

    June 2024
  • Naveed Mir

    My filmmaking journey began around the same time Cinebooth started organizing events, and this platform has served as a constant source of inspiration for me. As a filmmaker, the opportunity to interact with its community has been essential.

    Through Cinebooth, I've met a number of amazing people whose enthusiasm and knowledge of cinema have inspired me to pursue my own artistic endeavors. These relationships have not only enhanced my filmmaking experience but also created a supportive network that continues to motivate me.

    I'm excited to announce that my second film, "Strange Fruit", will be featured in the Film Festival. It's an honor to have my work included in an event that has risen in prominence and quality over the years.

    Reflecting on the previous event I attended, I was struck by the high quality of the films shown. Each showing demonstrated the amazing talent in our community. The Q&A sessions were especially informative, providing in-depth looks into the creative processes behind the films and sparking lively exchanges between filmmakers and fans.

    The event was well-organized, demonstrating a dedication to providing a professional and stimulating atmosphere for filmmakers and cinephiles alike.

    As this festival expands, I am thrilled about the future and the tremendous heights it will achieve. Its progress and growing influence in the filmmaking community are inspiring. I'm looking forward to many more years of exceptional festivals, significant collaborations, and the ongoing celebration of cinematic creativity.

    May 2024
  • Daniel Reid

    My experience with Cinebooth Films was nothing short of amazing. From the moment my short film "Kim" was chosen to be screened at Arthouse cinema in London to the thrilling moment of being named the official cinema winner, every step of the process was flawless. The team at Cinebooth Films were incredibly supportive and made the entire experience memorable. I highly recommend Cinebooth Films to any filmmaker looking for a platform to showcase their talent. Thank you for making my journey with "Kim" an unforgettable one!

    Daniel

    May 2024
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    Response from festival:

    Many thanks Daniel, we appreciate very much your kind words. It was a delight screening your film and we’re very proud of your accomplishment!

    We also hope to see you again and if you have anything to ask we’re always here to assist. Best of luck on all your future projects 👍

  • Sarah Beardsall

    Lovely festival and run by a really passionate team

    April 2024
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you so much for your kind words and it was lovely meeting you. Hopefully we see you at many many more!