The Forward Film & Television Festival is a brand new celebration of established, new and emerging on screen international talent.
Set within Digbeth - the cultural and creative centre of Birmingham (U.K.), home to Steven Knights Loc Film Studios, The Screen & Film School and The Mockingbird Independent Cinema; The Forward Film & Television Festival is the perfect place to Put Your Films Forward.
OUR FIRST EVENT WILL RUN FROM THE 17th to the 20th JULY 2025.
FREE TO ATTEND SCREENINGS & SPECIAL EVENTS including industry Q&A's and networking events hosted by Reel Brum, the premiere networking organisation for the Creative Community in the West Midlands.
-An annual awards ceremony.
-Pre-awards online screenings and exclusive content.
-Exclusive screenings of winning films post-awards.
-Local business involvement, including Food, Drink, Entertainment and more.
-Great transport links, parking and accommodation options.
The festival will invite entries across a broad spectrum of categories at varied and affordable price points, with screenings and exclusive events taking place in the summer, creating a truly accessible event, in one of the most culturally diverse, creative and welcoming cities in Europe.
Put Your Films Forward.
Alongside the traditional Laurels and Trophies, The Forward Film & Television Festival will award prizes and developmental support in various categories.
Awards will include:
BEST FILM (Feature and Short)
BEST T.V. EPISODE/PILOT
GENRE AWARDS (Horror & Comedy)
BEST SCREENPLAY (Feature, Short & T.V.)
BEST MAKE UP & SFX
BEST MUSIC/SCORE
BEST MUSIC VIDEO
BEST ANIMATION
BEST DOCUMENTARY
Every film submitted automatically qualifies for:
Best Director, Best Cinematography, Best Lead Actor, Best Supporting Actor, Best Young Actor and Best International Film categories.
For first time filmmakers, there is a ONE TO WATCH award, celebrating first time and emerging filmmakers.
There will also be West Midlands specific awards, showcasing, celebrating and helping push regional talent.
Put Your Films Forward.