ILM: Behind the VFX of Star Wars
Join Industrial Light and Magic for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the making of Andor. VFX Supervisor Scott Pritchard will take you through the intricate visual effects that bring this epic tale to life, showcasing the intense struggle between the growing
Frame by Frame: Behind the Scenes at Aardman
Wallace & Gromit. Morph. Shaun the Sheep. Feathers McGraw. Mrs Tweedy. Aardman is the multi-award-winning studio behind some of the world’s most-loved animated characters. It has entertained the world for almost 50 years, creating unforgettable stories loved by generations. Chicken Run is the
BBC Comedy: Making People Laugh
When you think about British comedy, you’ll most likely imagine a BBC production. Some of the funniest programming of all time comes from BBC Comedy; it has been shaping British humour for generations. Today, the team is dedicated to nurturing
Enter the World of Highend VFX
Visual effects enhance the storytelling process. The techniques of pre-vis, tech-vis and post-vis help solve creative and technical problems, produce proof of concept for ambitious ideas and help prevent costly errors of re-shoots. Maike Fiene is a Visualisation Supervisor at
Kusp & ITV: Diversity and Inclusion in Screen
In 2025, The Guardian reported that almost a third of creative leaders were privately educated. Calling the Shots, meanwhile, found that 90% of British film productions from 2003 to 2015 didn’t employ a single woman of colour. One thing is
Listening Beyond Sight: Celebrating Five Years of The Listening Pitch
Documentaries have a unique power: they invite us to see the world through someone else’s eyes, to walk in another’s footsteps, and - crucially - to hear the stories that often go unnoticed. At Aesthetica Film Festival, storytelling has always
In Conversation with Sophie Duker
Taskmaster. Live at the Apollo. Mock the Week. Sophie Duker is no stranger to the biggest stages and comedy shows in the world. Her award-nominated Edinburgh show Venus earned five-star reviews and a sold-out Soho Theatre run, whilst in 2023,
In Conversation with Mark Kermode & Jenny Nelson
Mark Kermode is Britain’s most celebrated film reviewer. He’s a BAFTA member, Observer columnist and recipient of the BFI’s Outstanding Contribution to Film Criticism. To his fans, he’s best-known for razor-sharp and impassioned reviews. Thousands tune in weekly for his
In Conversation with The Dodge Brothers
The Dodge Brothers have been playing together for over two decades. The skiffle-blues band creates work that harks back to the days of early rock and roll. Led by Alabama-born guitarist and vocalist Mike Hammond, the ensemble also features celebrated
Activities for Families at Aesthetica
Families are at the heart of Aesthetica Film Festival 2025, taking place from 5–9 November. York will transform into a hub of creativity and imagination, offering children and parents experiences they cannot find anywhere else in the city. From films
