A celebration of filmmaking, inviting the world to head North East
The spotlight turns North East once again from 18th to 24th November 2024 as we celebrate creativity and innovation at the UK’s fastest-growing, youngest BIFA qualifying and only carbon negative film festival. NEIFF hosts a range of events, including special screenings with Q&A sessions, VIP networking events, and free workshops delivered by industry professionals. The centre piece of the week is the three-day festival of finalist films screened throughout the region, all culminating in the prestigious Closing Awards Gala.
This year we are thrilled to partner with Live Theatre for our opening Friday of Official Selection screenings! Showcasing a wide range of subjects through both shorts and feature-length films, from documentaries to dramas, animation to action - see some of the best independent films from the region and around the world in a three-day festival of cinema and cast your vote for the Audience Choice Award. Friday evening’s Industry Networking Party is one not to be missed and a night you will not forget in a hurry.
Anamalistic - Shorts Block with Q and A's 1pm - 3:30pm
Get ready for a wild ride with a collection of 11 short films in one incredible block A wild showcase of short films celebrating all things animalistic.
Films include:
Three Hares
Free Bird
The Unseen
Rodent
Smoko
Oh Rats!
Catwalk
Fish Out Of Water
Badger
Hungry Like The Wolf
Peregrine
Like Family - Short Screenings Block 3:15pm - 5:30pm
Join us at Live Theatre for an evening filled with heartwarming short films that explore the theme of family. This event is all about celebrating the bonds that make us feel like family, whether by blood or by choice. Get ready to laugh, cry, and feel all the feels as you watch these incredible stories unfold on the big screen. Grab some popcorn, find a comfy seat, and get ready for a movie night that will make you feel right at home.
Films include:
Hide
Koupepia
Good Vibes Only
The Debt
Delivery
A Home On Every Floor
What is a name - Shorts Block 5:30pm - 8pm
An evening filled with thought-provoking stories and creative storytelling. From comedy to drama, these shorts will take you on a journey through the complexities of identity and self-discovery. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to experience the magic of cinema in a cozy setting surrounded by fellow film enthusiasts. Grab your popcorn and get ready for a night of cinematic delight!
Films include:
Bridge
My Week With Maisy
Rose
What I Am
Alice
Loser Like Larkin
Tickets can be booked through eventbrite using the link below with a number of tickets available on the day from out Box Office.
