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How to make an impact with film programming notes
Posted on October 10, 2019

We spoke to Qila Gill, Experimenta Associate for the London Film Festival about the added value programme notes can bring to your screening and how to write them successfully.
Promoting progressive and experimental film culture today. The experience of the Radical Film Network
Posted on October 3, 2019

Davide Abbatescianni (Cineuropa) had a chat with Steve Presence, one of the founding members of the Radical Film Network (RFN). The RFN is among the largest international organisations involved in the promotion of politically-engaged and aesthetically innovative film culture. The boundaries of what is ‘radical’ are often blurry and can describe a number of cultural practices. Nonetheless, the RFN prides itself on supporting progressive and experimental film culture and promoting social justice, equality and environmental sustainability.
News and Opportunities: September 2019 round up
Posted on September 26, 2019

All the news and opportunities that matter for your cinema, festival or film society right now.

Programmers' Picks: Ones to watch at #LFF
Posted on September 19, 2019

With the upcoming BFI London Film Festival opening on 3 October, our Programming team highlight the films they are most looking forward to from the festival.
A new wave: Young women programmers getting their start through Scalarama
Posted on September 12, 2019

In a male-dominated industry, entry points for young women into film programming are key. We spoke to Megan Mitchell, independent programmer and producer of Matchbox Cineclub about new women programmers currently coming up across the UK and how annual national exhibition umbrella Scalarama has given them a way into the sector.
News and Opportunities: August 2019 round up
Posted on August 29, 2019

All the news and opportunities that matter for your cinema, festival or film society right now.

Six questions to ask when creating a diverse and inclusive film programme
Posted on August 22, 2019

Film exhibition and events company We Are Parable was formed in 2013 by Anthony and Teanne Andrews. Dedicated to creating experiential events with film screenings bringing audiences stories from the African diaspora, they have enjoyed notable successes including the first public preview of Black Panther, the year-long Spike is 60 Film Festival, and many more. We spoke to Anthony about the key questions to ask when planning a truly diverse and inclusive film programme.
Starting a Cinema from Scratch: the Story of Catford Mews
Posted on August 15, 2019

Opening this September, Catford Mews is set to be the only multi-screen cinema in the South London borough of Lewisham and is one of the ICO's newest programming clients. We spoke to their Programme and Marketing Manager Isra Al Kassi about what to expect and how they've worked closely with their local community to make the cinema a dream come true for all. 
Was Our Attempt to Attract Younger Audiences an #EpicFail?
Posted on August 8, 2019

We all want to know: how can we attract younger audiences to our cinemas when competition for their time is so fierce? Bertha Dochouse, the UK's first cinema dedicated entirely to documentary films, took on a mission to change their audience profile and bring in younger people. Their Marketing Manager Thomas Humphrey shared with us what they learnt from their endeavour.
News and Opportunities: July 2019 round up
Posted on July 25, 2019

All the news and opportunities that matter for your cinema, festival or film society right now.

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