Brighton Rocks IFF 2025

Brighton Rocks showcases some of the most diverse, original and boundary-pushing films being made today and is home to films that fit with the City of Brighton’s out-there creative universe. Brighton is a mecca for artists from all walks of life. It is also a state of mind, an attitude, a spirit – one that dares to be itself. Are you ready to see if your film belongs here?​

Brighton Rocks International Film Festival welcomes submissions for the 8th year running.​​ ​​Brighton Rocks is a young festival with big ambitions: to give maximum support to emerging filmmakers and to become the UK’s main forum for indie and underground cinema. The 8th Annual Festival will take place over six days (24 – 29 June 2025) at Dukes at Komedia Picturehouse Cinema and the Manchester Street Arts Club in Kemptown. In addition to screenings, attendees will enjoy networking sessions, talks by industry professionals and the chance to socialise with fellow filmmakers in Brighton. Please see our website for more information.

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OFFICIAL SELECTIONS will be notified throughout the year.
BRIFF SCREENING PROGRAMME will be published on/prior to 1 May 2025.
WINNERS will be revealed at the festival 24-29 June 2024​.