London Film Festival: Bold Cinematic Expression
London Film Festival returns with a lineup of amazing artists films in the Experimenta programme. Today, we are bringing you a selection of titles connected by their engagement with the past. Artists dip into the archives, retrieving treasures that raise
Masterclasses from Ridley Scott Associates
Ridley Scott Associates is a renowned commercial production company established by famous directors Ridley and Tony Scott. They have produced award-winning, bold and innovative campaigns for agencies and brands worldwide. Today, we bring you five masterclasses that you can catch at this
Meet the Director of The Pirate Queen
The Pirate Queen beckons you on an epic journey. Produced by Singer Studio, this Emmy-nominated VR game invites players to step into the boots of history’s most successful pirate, Cheng Shih (c.1775-1844). She dominated the Chinese coast in the 19th
Workshops at #ASFF2024
Looking to pursue a career in gaming? Want to learn more about AI generators? Look no further! This year, we're running workshops that will teach you the skills you need to thrive in today’s screen industries. Led by organisations like FI, London
10 Must-Attend Events at Aesthetica 2024
Tickets and passes for #ASFF2024 are now on sale! Aesthetica is all about bringing people together. That’s why we’ve included a range of events to enjoy. Network with industry professionals, meet new friends and chat about the Films, Games &
Meet the Vanguard of Documentary Filmmaking
The Listening Pitch is a cinematic exploration of the unheard. For the past four years, Aesthetica and Audible have come together to offer a £20,000 grant for filmmakers to make a documentary about the power of listening. This year’s theme
The Story of Aesthetica Film Festival: Part 2
Our journey continues with bigger and bolder ideas to celebrate screen-based storytelling. We strive to create the best festival experience with opportunities like our pitching sessions and Games Lab. What will the future hold? 2018: A Meeting Place As audiences were growing, the
The Story of Aesthetica Film Festival: Part 1
What was Aesthetica’s staring point? How has the festival evolved over time? Where next? Learn more as we take you on a journey through time. Part 1 recaps highlights from each season of cinema right alongside every year's Best of Fest. 2011: The
A Cinematic Exploration of the Unheard:
Listening Pitch by Aesthetica x Audible
What can we hear when we truly listen? In a world where we are surrounded by a cacophony of sounds, how can we separate essential information from white noise? Aesthetica teams up with Audible UK, offering £20,000 to fund a
BAFTA Win for Aesthetica Film:
Jellyfish & Lobster
BAFTA is one of the world’s largest celebrations of global excellence in film. Since 2020, Aesthetica has had 16 films that have been either nominated or won a BAFTA, with many of these rising stars going on to become household names. We’ve had a number of BIFA, and Oscar wins and