INDIs Film Festival 2025

The INDIs Film Festival returns in March 2025, bringing together young filmmakers, industry professionals and film fans for a packed programme of screenings, talks, workshops and VR experiences.

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INDIs X PICTUREVILLE CINEMA

We've teamed up with Pictureville Cinema in Bradford to present a selection of groundbreaking debut feature films celebrating bold first-time directors and inspiring the next generation of filmmakers.

SEE ALL FILMS AT PICTUREVILLE

INDIs x LEEDS INDUSTRIAL MUSEUM

We've teamed up with Leeds Industrial Museum to present a programme of films that explore identity, creativity and personal storytelling.

VR EXPERIENCES

Step into Kindred, an animated VR film that tells the remarkable true story of Syd, the first non-binary trans person to adopt a child in the UK.

INDIs FILMMAKER DAY

A series of events for new filmmakers at Hyde Park Picturehouse, offering opportunities to connect, develop skills and explore.

INDIs x FILM HUB NORTH

We've partnered with Film Hub North to spotlight bold new voices in Northern filmmaking, celebrating creativity, regional storytelling.

INDIs X SCREEN YORKSHIRE: CAREER KICKSTARTER DAYS

In partnership with Screen Yorkshire, we’re bringing together some of the most exciting voices in the industry to share their stories, offer practical advice and help you develop the skills you’ll need to succeed. Across two days, you’ll have the chance to participate in hands-on workshops, hear inspiring talks, and connect with other young filmmakers and industry professionals all in a welcoming, creative environment.

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INDUSTRY GUESTS

More guests to be announced soon! Check back for updates as we add more industry professionals to the lineup.

Johnny Tull

International Jury, Speaker

Gage Oxley

Queer Competition Jury, Speaker

Sam Barnett

Speaker

Jeanine Guerida

Workshop Director

Sam Judd

Speaker

Tim Walker

Workshop Director

PROVISION

Workshop Director

Stephen Grimes (Viridian FX)

Workshop Director

Oktawia Sokalska (ViridianFX)

Workshop Director

INDIs 2025 EVENTS

INDIs FILM FEST NEWS

The latest updates and news from the festival.

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