Watch the Official Festival Trailer 2026
Today, we’re delighted to launch the Official Trailer for Aesthetica Film Festival 2026, offering a first look at the titles screening across this year’s event, running 4-8 November in York, UK. More than 300 films will play across 15 genres,
Comedy, Film, Music: Beyond the Frame at Aesthetica 2026
For 2026, Aesthetica is evolving beyond a traditional film festival model into a wider celebration of screen culture, live performance and storytelling. Beyond the Frame is a season of evening performances at York Theatre Royal, injecting comedy and live performance
UNESCO City of Media Arts EXPO: The New Geography of British Creativity
Britain’s creative industries are a defining force in the UK economy, generating an estimated £145.8 billion in Gross Value Added in 2024 – equivalent to 5.5% of the national economy. The sector supported 2.4 million jobs, with employment 14.7% higher
