The Sunday Screening Pass grants you access to all screenings at all venues on Sunday 10 November.

A Single Screening Ticket admits you to any one screening on any day. Seating is non-allocated.

The Wednesday Screening Pass grants you access to all screenings at all venues on Wednesday 6 November.

The Thursday Screening Pass grants you access to all screenings at all venues on Thursday 7 November.

The Friday Screening Pass grants you access to all screenings at all venues on Friday 8 November.

The Saturday Screening Pass grants you access to all screenings at all venues on Saturday 9 November.

The Unlimited Screening Pass grants you access to all screenings at all venues on every day of the Festival.

The Two Day Pass grants you access to all screenings on any two days. Choose your days upon collection.

Black Dog Films is the content division of Ridley Scott Associates, producing music videos, branded content and documentaries, working with world class acts, such as Bonobo, Sigur Ros and The Chemical Brothers, and renowned international bands such as Adidas, Bacardí and Nike. Head of Black Dog UK, Martin Roker, discusses the rise of online video and reveals the building blocks of commissioning, producing and marketing outstanding and engaging content.

Cinematography is much more than camera work – it’s the process of carefully establishing shots, framing characters and backdrops, considering the intricacies of lighting and movement and working closely with the Director to present their vision. In this masterclass, a panel of seasoned cinematographers discuss the role in detail, exploring techniques and sharing experiences of working on renowned international feature and TV productions.

BBC Films produces innovative and exciting feature films, with acclaimed and award-winning credits that include Billy Eliot, We Need to Talk About Kevin, Philomena and Stan and Ollie. Commissioning Coordinator, Sammy Wong, discusses the process of sourcing and securing innovative projects, supporting visionary talent and examines the fundamentals of what makes a stand out idea, giving valuable and practical advice on developing and pitching a project.

Kristina Hetherington is a BAFTA-winning editor whose credits span both feature film and TV series. Drawing on a portfolio of acclaimed productions that includes Mo, Birdsong, Trespass Against Us and Red Joan, Hetherington discusses the integral role of the editor; a visual storyteller who brings the story to life. This masterclass will also explore the importance of technique, offering advice on best practices for presenting a strong, visual narrative.

Potboiler Productions is one of the UK’s leading production companies, with a slate of features and TV series that includes The Constant Gardener, A Most Wanted Man and The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind. Bringing her wide-ranging experiences on celebrated and award-winning productions, Producer Gail Egan shares insights into the role of the producer, from green lighting projects, developing an idea to the process of realising a vision on the big screen.

Channel 4’s factual division commissions and produces specialist documentaries that challenge perceptions and make audiences rethink the world around them. Covering a wide range of topics, productions include My Grandparents War and What Makes a Murderer?. Commissioning Editor Will Rowson highlights the building blocks of factual content making, the key to uncovering a unique story and the gives advice on pitching a project.

BBC Storyville commissions and exhibits world class factual features, with a library that includes Blackfish, Last Men in Aleppo and The Eagle Huntress. In an ever more turbulent world, it’s never been so important to share stories that examine the key issues of our time. Commissioning Editor, Mandy Chang, discusses Storyville’s approach to commissioning, offering insight into sourcing and showcasing the best in international documentaries.

The film industry has long come under scrutiny for its obvious gaps in equal representation, both behind the camera and on screen. It raises crucial questions about who is creating cinema, the stories they tell and who they are creating it for. Activist and Artist, Yasmin Begum, examines the necessity for a more inclusive industry, as well as the need to reach and include diverse audiences through exciting and thought-provoking exhibition.

Jeremy Deller is a Turner Prize-winning conceptual, video and installation artist, whose practice encompasses political, social and cultural themes, exploring topics such as the 1984 miners’ strike and 80’s rave music. Speaking in conversation, Deller explores his practice and processes, discussing his inspirations, considering the importance of film as an artistic medium as well as its relevance and accessibility beyond the gallery setting.

Tristan Oliver specialises in cinematography for stop motion animations, with credits that include Wes Andersons’s Fantastic Mr. Fox and Isle of Dogs, Aardman’s Chicken Run and Laika’s ParaNorman. When working closely with a vast team of animation directors and technicians, how does this practice differ from live action productions? What are the challenges of working with inanimate characters and what imaginative and creative possibilities does it hold?

Industrial Light & Magic is Lucas film’s VFX and animation studio, with recent blockbusters including Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, Captain Marvel and Spiderman: Far From Home. VFX Supervisor, Julian Foddy, discusses the innovations at the forefront of the VFX industry, transforming the filmmaking landscape and reimagining the way that we tell stories. This masterclass breaks down the process of making imagined landscapes and characters a reality.

The film industry is transforming. Visual effects are becoming an even more integral part of film production, providing awe-inspiring visuals and imagining new worlds, characters and creatures with increasing realism. Ruairidh MacNeill, Modeller at Academy Award-winning studio Framestore (Blade Runner 2049, Wonder Woman 1984) examines the increasing role of VFX companies and as film production becomes ever more ambitious and imaginative.

You’ve completed your film. Now you need an audience. But as an independent filmmaker, how do you showcase your work? How do you secure an audience? With over 15 years combined experience in festival strategy, Katie McCullough and Ian Bignell offer a blueprint for success, giving essential advice on submissions, maximising budgets and promoting work through larger channels, helping filmmakers access international audiences.