Filmmaker Insights: Crucial Discussions
‘We Met Before’ is a letter to a friend told through dance. Thalissa Teixeira joins ASFF to discuss the importance of expression.
Aesthetica Short Film Festival
ASFF 2020
ASFF’s 2020 edition marks 10 years of showcasing outstanding cinema. This year ASFF goes virtual, allowing you to access film on demand and live industry events from the comfort of your home.
Discover New Cinema
ASFF is a hotbed for fresh ideas and talent discovery. It’s a destination to experience the power of and craft of cinema. ASFF is a key event to explore new cinema and original filmmaking.
A Virtual Festival Experience
ASFF curates the most exciting and innovative films from around the world and invites renowned guest speakers to talk about their craft. This year, ASFF brings the festival experience to you at home.
Panels & Industry Sessions
ASFF welcomes a diverse range of industry practitioners, covering a huge range of crafts. This year’s guest include Andrea Arnold, Sam Feder, Sarah Gavron and many more.
ASFF Awards
Our awards recognise outstanding talent in filmmaking and are a prestigious accolade. Awards include Best in Category, Youth Award, Best of Fest and The People’s Choice Award.
Events & Special Programmes
For our 10th edition, ASFF presents an expanded programme that includes Guest Screenings, Showcase Screenings, our online 360 Cinema and our Industry Marketplace
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Industry News
Filmmaker Insights: Fragile World
Arjan Brentjes highlights the relevance of animated short ‘Sad Beauty’ – referencing this year’s global pandemic, overpopulation and the climate emergency.
Filmmaker Insights: Shared Responsibly
‘Rain’ is a simple animation about collective consciousness. Speaking to ASFF, Official Selection animator Piotr Milczarek guides us through this cautionary tale.
Maxine Peake: Headline Speaker
ASFF 2020 is delighted to announce that actress Maxine Peake will be joining the festival’s renowned masterclass strand to discuss her hugely acclaimed body of work.
Filmmaker Insights: Immersive Tales
ASFF2020 Official Shortlist director Ash Khatibi discusses ‘A Fire at Chernobyl’ – a 360° film which tells the story of a family caught in the Chernobyl disaster.
Filmmaker Insights: Body and Mind
A dancer’s body is their whole life. It is the sum total of their history. Anne Hollowday discusses the poetic, documentary-like narrative of dance short ‘Physical Thoughts’.