Brighton & Hove Pride is one of the biggest Pride festivals in the world, and The Guardian describes it as “The country’s most popular LGBTQ+ event”.

In 2019, FilmPride showcased a week-long series of sold out events with an LGBTQ+ theme, including the premiere of a documentary about activist Peter Tatchell, with Peter in attendance for an audience Q&A, and Shorts Out!, the LGBTQ+ short film, documentary and animation festival.

This year, FilmPride will also include features.

Further to the COVID-19 outbreak, we, like a majority of festivals, have had to make the difficult but necessary decision to cancel our physical events. This year, FilmPride will be an online festival - but not just that! It will also be broadcast on Brighton and Hove's local TV station, Latest TV, featuring the 'best of the best' of the festival. This will be a fantastic opportunity for selected filmmakers to have their work viewed by thousands more.

Rules & Terms

FilmPride does not have premiere status requirements. International films in non-English language are very welcome but must contain English subtitles.

FilmPride and Shorts Out! reserve the right to determine the eligibility of any projects submitted. If accepted, you must be able to provide the festival with a downloadable high-resolution export of your film, as well as at least one high-quality still image for promotional purposes.

For purposes of submission, all films must be submitted as online screeners through FilmFreeway. Submitted films must be complete. Works-in-progress will not be accepted. All material in your film must be your own original work - you must have the rights to all images, music, and on-screen talent featured in your film. Films that do not adhere to copyright laws will be disqualified. Submission fees are non-refundable.

By submitting your film, you acknowledge that you are giving permission to FilmPride to utilize still images and trailers from your film for non-commercial use in promoting the event. Submission of your film also indicates consent to the copyright agreement below.

COPYRIGHT AGREEMENT

I state that I am authorized to submit this film to FilmPride for consideration, and have read, understood, and agree to all the requirements. I hereby release the Festival from all responsibility for loss of or damage to submitted materials. As this is a competitive festival, I understand there are no guarantees that my film will be accepted for screening. Entry materials will not be returned.

I agree that I have secured all necessary rights for both picture and sound, and exhibition will not violate or infringe upon any rights including, but not limited to music, images, and content.
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  • Louise Morton Murray

    Really great film festival, couldn't believe 2019 was their first year because it was so well organised and felt so relaxed. Such an honour to have had our film Consensus shown the week of Brighton Pride at Shorts Out!

    August 2019
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  • Emmalie El fadli

    Great festival. Hope it runs for many more years to come.

    August 2019
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  • Julia Boström

    This festival felt very inclusive and welcoming. The communication with programmer was smooth and considerate and we felt very taken care of. Thank you Shorts Out! for including us in your wonderful festival!

    August 2019
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  • Festival Formula

    Here's a quote from our client Michael Beddoes:

    "Shorts Out! Brighton FilmPride was a fantastic film festival run by an enthusiastic team. We screened this year and attended in person, and it felt more inclusive than a lot of bigger and older events. The three programmes featured a great range of LGBTQ+ short films, but the one thing they had in common was their high quality."

    August 2019
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  • Sofi W

    Wonderful festival with an attentive programmer! They paid for my travel expenses from London and I even made some good connection with filmmakers. I absolutely recommend submitting as this festival will only grow!

    August 2019
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