Look at Me: A New Short from Sally Potter
Sally Potter makes yet another triumphant exploration of the human psyche.
Powerful Short Animation: 5 to Watch
Here are five animations from previous editions of the festival. They use a mixture of drawing and painting techniques.
Shorts to Features
Jacqueline Lentzou's debut feature-length film tells the story of Artemis, an only child who must shoulder a family burden.
The Art of Documentary
We speak with Duncan Cowles, a BAFTA Scotland Award-winning documentary filmmaker whose work has screened at Aesthetica.
Now Streaming: Aesthetica Shorts on All4
All4 is is the UK's biggest free streaming service. Aesthetica Official Selection shorts are amongst its outstanding lineup.
Personal Filmmaking
Aesthetica alumnus Eitan Pitigliani is back with a new, cathartic short – inspired by events in his own life.
Short Films to Watch: Pride Month
June means Pride Month, as people all over the world come together to celebrate LGBTQ+ voices.
Join our Film Club: Season of Cinema
Aesthetica Film Festival has teamed up with York Theatre Royal to present a Season of Independent Film.
Documenting Relationships
Roxy Rezvany is an Aesthetica alumnus who is part of a new showcase of British East and Southeast Asian film.
Aesthetica Filmmakers: Oscars and BAFTAs 2022
We’re always delighted to see our filmmakers go on to achieve further awards success.