🎥✨ éphémère ~ London experimental film is Here! ✨🎥

Step into the avant-garde realm of cinematic innovation at éphémère ~ London experimental film. We invite you to witness the ephemeral beauty of experimental cinema, where each frame is a brushstroke of creativity and every moment a fleeting masterpiece.

🌟 What to Expect:

Dive into a world where boundaries are shattered, and the ordinary transforms into the extraordinary. éphémère is not just a festival; it's an immersive experience that challenges perceptions, explores the surreal, and celebrates the boundless possibilities of experimental film.

🎬 Film as Art:

Discover films that redefine the language of cinema, pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling. From abstract narratives to avant-garde techniques, each screening promises a journey into uncharted cinematic territories.

📽️ Showcasing Emerging Talent:

éphémère is a platform for emerging filmmakers to shine. Be among the first to witness the visionary works of experimental artists pushing the limits of storytelling, visuals, and sound.

🗓️ Save the Date:

24 November 2025

Join us for a cinematic odyssey where time is fleeting, art is eternal, and the experimental is celebrated. éphémère ~ London experimental film is more than an event; it's an ephemeral spectacle waiting to unfold.

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📍 Venue: etcetera theatre

Don't miss your chance to be part of éphémère ~ London experimental film. Let the screens come alive with ephemeral wonders and cinematic magic.

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Awards & Prizes

Possible awards on offer:

Maya Deren Award for Visionary Cinematography: Recognizing outstanding achievement in pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling.

Stan Brakhage Prize for Innovative Editing: Awarded for excellence in experimental editing techniques.

Dziga Vertov Honor for Experimental Documentary: Recognizing outstanding contributions to the field of experimental documentary filmmaking.

Chris Marker Tribute for Multimedia Storytelling: Celebrating the intersection of film and multimedia arts in storytelling.

Hollis Frampton Achievement in Conceptual Filmmaking: Awarded for groundbreaking conceptual approaches in filmmaking.

Shirley Clarke Excellence in Experiential Cinema: Recognizing films that provide immersive and experiential journeys.

Bruce Conner Award for Avant-Garde Animation: Celebrating excellence in pushing the boundaries of experimental animation.

Lynne Sachs Commendation for Poetic Cinema: Awarded to films that exhibit a poetic and contemplative approach to cinema.

Jonas Mekas Memorial for Diary Film: Recognizing exceptional contributions to the art of diary filmmaking.

Su Friedrich Vanguard Award for Personal Filmmaking: Celebrating films that showcase a deeply personal and introspective narrative.

Peter Greenaway Honor for Experimental Production Design: Recognizing outstanding achievement in the innovative use of production design.

Chantal Akerman Tribute for Experimental Narrative: Awarded for exceptional storytelling that challenges traditional narrative structures.

Guy Maddin Prize for Surreal Cinematography: Celebrating excellence in creating dreamlike and surreal visual landscapes.

Agnes Varda Memorial for Intersectional Storytelling: Recognizing films that explore diverse and intersectional narratives.

Bruce Baillie Commendation for Pioneering Sound Design: Awarded for groundbreaking approaches to experimental sound design in film.

Rules & Terms

📢 Important Update to Submission Rules 🎥

Dear Filmmakers,

We’d like to inform you that we cannot guarantee your film will be viewed if submitted via Vimeo links. 🚫 We’ve encountered stability, security, and reliability issues with Vimeo, making it unsuitable for our programming process.

🌟 Preferred Method: Please use FilmFreeway's hosting options for your submissions. This ensures a seamless and secure viewing experience. ✅✨

Thank you for your understanding and support! 🙏🎬

1. Submission Eligibility:

Submissions must fit within the éphémère ~ London experimental film categories.
All creators, regardless of background or experience, are encouraged to submit their works.

2. Duration Guidelines:

Submissions should generally range from 3 to 20 minutes. Exceptions can be made for exceptional works.

3. Format Requirements:

Acceptable formats include MP4 or MOV.
Ensure a high-resolution quality for optimal viewing.

4. Originality & Creativity:

Submissions should demonstrate unique and original creative expressions.
Embrace creativity in both concept and execution.

5. Submission Process:

Each submission requires a separate entry fee.
Multiple submissions by a single artist are permitted.

6. Rights & Ownership:

Creators retain full ownership of their submitted works.
The Program reserves the right to use excerpts for promotional purposes.

7. Selection Process:

A jury of experienced professionals will evaluate submissions.
Selections will be based on creativity, technical quality, and overall impact.

8. Notification of Selection:

Selected works will be notified by 15 May 2024.
Ensure contact information provided during submission is accurate.

9. Screening:

- Selected works will be screened during éphémère ~ London experimental film.
- Artists are encouraged to attend for networking opportunities.

10. Awards & Recognition:

- Outstanding contributions may receive cash awards.
- Awards will be presented after the event.

11. Publicity & Promotion:

- Selected works may be featured in promotional materials, including social media, press releases, and event programs.

12. Dates & Venue:

- The exhibit will take place on on or around 5-6July. We reserve the right to change this in respect of covid-19 or other intrusive protocols.
- Venue details can be found on the FilmFreeway listing.

13. Disqualification:

- Violation of these Rules & Terms may result in disqualification from the program.

14. Acceptance of Terms:

- Submitting your work implies acceptance of these Rules & Terms.

Join us for a celebration of experimental film at éphémère ~ London experimental film!

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  • Sheridan Seraphin

    Ephemere experimental film festival was a great night. Some truly original and challenging works of art on the line up and I felt so happy to be part of the experience.

    Big thank you to Jesse and the team for having us. Very exciting experience and was so happy to be a part of it.

    November 2025
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  • Elaine Crowe

    Thank you so much for selecting my film - a great opportunity for Experimental filmmakers.

    July 2024
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  • Lauren Jane Barnett

    Wide variety of films, and the space was really nice. It's a good chance to see a lot of different filmmakers from different backgrounds, and films you might not normally get a chance to see.

    July 2024
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  • Hing Tsang

    Excellent programming with a wide and outstanding selection from across the world.

    This is the first year and was well organised and well communicated. It was great to project work on the big screen, with good sound.

    I hope the festival will grow and develop in the years to come and garner the attention that it deserves.

    July 2024
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