International Women’s Day: Meet 10 Trailblazing Directors
In January, the USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative released their Inclusion in the Director’s Chair report, analysing 1,700 top films from 2007 to 2023. White women made up 4.6% of directors in this time-period whilst the statistic for women from under-represented racial /
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
Studio Spotlight: State of Play
BAFTA-winning developers State of Play took part in our inaugural Games Lab with their beautiful title, South of the Circle. Here are more projects from a studio known for making eye-catching animations and lovingly-crafted games. Lume In this prequel to Lumino City (see below), players meet
10 To See on Shorts TV
For the last two decades, Shorts TV has been at the forefront of screening the best of shorts to audiences across the globe. Their online library includes over 13,000 international titles from all genres, including animation, comedy, horror, drama, documentary
5 Films From The 2024 Berlin Film Festival
The 74th Berlin Film Festival marked the outgoing edition for artistic director Carlo Chatrian, who will be replaced next year by Tricia Tuttle, the former head of the London Film Festival. This year's jury, headed by Kenyan actress Lupita Nyong’o,
Award-Winning Cinema: 10 Thought-Provoking Films
Aesthetica screens powerful films from talented filmmakers. Many of these rising stars have gone on to receive major accolades, like BAFTAs and Oscars, for their great storytelling. Here’s a selection of award-winners over the years. Isabella Dir. Duncan Cowles How much of your life
Captivating Films Across Genres
Looking for your next evening or weekend watch? Get inspired with these five films from across our festival genres.
Studio Spotlight: ustwo Games
Ustwo is a London-based studio that borrow from real experiences to create interactive stories with a personal touch.
Documentaries To Explore Our World
The documentary remains one of the most fascinating forms a film can take, opening up a window onto lives or a part of the world we may never have considered before. At ASFF, we have been showcasing a diverse range
Film Premieres To Look Forward To In 2024
With major new film releases scheduled for the Spring, there’s plenty of reason to hunker down in your nearest cinema and take in some fantastic movies. We preview five upcoming films from Britain and Europe, with some major awards-winning directors