Programme A-Z

Join us for a special screening of Our Land, plus a conversation with director Orban Wallace, producers Rebecca Wolf and Charlie Phillips, and contributor Nadia Shaik.

In collaboration with Sheffield DocFest, through the Palestine Showcase, PFI presents three feature documentaries in progress.

Oscar-nominated director Petra Costa reflects on her distinctive documentary practice, blending the personal and political, in this in-depth masterclass.

Join ESPN and industry experts for a panel on effective pitching strategies, emphasising archive use in documentaries, insights on accessing footage and showcasing successful case studies.

Music shapes your story, but rights can derail your film. Doc'n Roll leads a deep-dive into licensing, fair use and distribution, plus tips from industry pros.

A special live recording of Bad Gays, a podcast all about evil and complicated queer people in history.

Sociologist and a lifelong football supporter Les Back reflects on the making of his audio documentary on football chants for BBC's Archive on 4.

This discussion will explore the potential for applying impact production approaches to podcasts to help create meaningful change, with case studies and practical tips.

Join us for a special screening of Poisoned (working title), plus a discussion with director Joy Ash, executive producer James Beal, and David Parfett. Moderated by Anna Miralis.

When aiming for meaningful social change through your film, who are the key players to engage and how can their involvement make a difference?

Join us for a special screening of POWER STATION, plus a discussion with the filmmakers.

craft + activism = craftivism

Join us at Sheffield DocFest for The Production Guild of Great Britain Brunch, kindly supported by Sunbelt Rentals.

Filmmakers and legal experts examine rising global threats to protest and press freedom, and share practical tools for protecting those who document movements on the frontline.

Join us for a Networking Breakfast and meet the filmmakers who have participated in the Queer Realities Director Lab supported by the BFI Creative Challenge Fund.

Supported by the BFI Creative Challenge this session will spotlight the works in development of ten emerging filmmakers part of the Queer Realities Director's Lab.

Syeda Irtizaali and the Heads of BBC Documentaries, Arts and Specialist Factual discuss how they're commissioning for iPlayer, the UK's fastest growing streaming service.