Watch the Official Festival Trailer 2025
Today, we are excited to launch the official trailer for the 15th edition of the Aesthetica Film Festival, offering a first glimpse of the films, performances and experiences that will define this year’s programme. Over five days this November, Aesthetica
Get Hands On: Film Workshops at Aesthetica
Our workshops are all about learning by doing. This year’s festival programme offers practical sessions designed to sharpen your skills – and give you a chance to discover something new. From directing high-octane action sequences to exploring the craft of
10 Must-Attend Masterclasses at #ASFF2025
Each year, Aesthetica Film Festival brings the industry’s most exciting voices to York for a series of unmissable masterclasses. In 2025, we welcome leading producers, directors, writers and creatives who are shaping cinema, television and games today. Across five days,
Aesthetica 2025: A Destination for Film & Media
Step into a world of cinema, creativity and new ideas at the Aesthetica Film Festival 2025. Across five days in York, we celebrate the best in independent film, media and storytelling. Aesthetica is a destination for discovery, with a line-up
Aesthetica 2024: Oscar-Shortlisted Films
We are thrilled to share that several films from this year’s Official Selection have been shortlisted for the Oscars. This is a huge achievement, and it highlights the outstanding talent and creativity showcased at Aesthetica Film Festival. We are very proud to see these
World Book Day: 5 Releases Inspired by Literature
Literature and film have long worked together for a timeless connection. From classic novels to modern stories, filmmakers are known to bring written tales to life. In this round-up, we look at this season's cinematic tales inspired by their literary
ASFF 2023: Winners Announcement
As the 12th edition of ASFF draws to a close, we are delighted to announce this year’s winners.
2023 Listening Pitch:
Winners Announced
Aesthetica Film Festival and Audible have teamed up for The Listening Pitch 2023. We announce the two winning projects, 'Banana' and 'Old Lesbians.'
Canon: Stories in Motion
Canon launches a short film competition dedicated to the power of storytelling.Stories are powerful. Studies suggest that facts become around 20 times more memorable to the human brain when they are presented in a narrative format. We see this on
5 Autumn Film Events
Cinema is always evolving. This season, festivals and exhibitions look to the past, present and future of film.