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Following sold out Women in Film screenings from 2025, they're back for 2026! Watch a selection of great films entered into this year's festival made by and featuring women and women's stories. We'll get a chance to put our questions to some of the filmmakers after the screening including Swim Sistas' Jasmine Boatswain (who you may recognise from The Traitors!), Statue in the Garden' Qianhui Yu (Writer, Director, Animator) and Playground's Tayla Halfacre. The programme includes animation, documentary, local films, LGBTQ+ drama, comedy and experimental films. There is some strong language (but within the 12A certificate guidelines), brief use of racist terms (in an otherwise empowering film), and discussion of death, sex and sexuality. Those under 12yrs are able to watch the films if accompanied by an adult. Films start promptly at 5.45pm - no trailers. Doors open 20 minutes before the films start. Northampton Filmhouse has step free access to the screening room but only 1 wheelchair space and only 1 row of chairs without using steps. The wheelchair space can be booked below but if you'd like to reserve a space in the top row please book a ticket then contact us. If you are a wheelchair user...

Northants is a county of Rebels and Revolutionaries, Misfits and Mavericks, Creatives and Changemakers - so here's a selection of shorts from our 2026 submissions which we thought fitted under the Misfits or Mavericks themes. Here at NFF we think there's lots of positivity around the idea of being a misfit. Misfits and Mavericks think differently, take up space differently, but also sometimes we all have that desire to just fit in.... Films start promptly at 8.15pm - no trailers. Doors open 20 minutes before the films start. Northampton Filmhouse has step free access to the screening room but only 1 wheelchair space and only 1 row of chairs without using steps. The wheelchair space can be booked below but if you'd like to reserve a space in the top row please book a ticket then contact us. If you are a wheelchair user who wants to attend but the wheelchair space is sold out, please contact us so we can see what we can do. 50p from every ticket sold for Northampton Filmhouse festival screening goes to our charity partner CLICK Arts Foundation. Home - Click Arts Foundation

Join us on the first floor of the University's Creative Hub for a free networking event. There will be a bar, a chance to watch some the entries to our Games competition and opportunities to meet other local creatives. All welcome. We try to create a friendly networking space - if you want some introductions, say hello to a NFF volunteer when you arrive. Doors open 4.30pm. If you also want to watch the short films we're showing in the screening room next door please book tickets for these as well. We may be able to fit extra people in on the night but this is not guaranteed without a ticket. Those under 16yrs must be accompanied by an adult. There are some tables and chairs available in the space. Step free access on tarmac paths from University car parks and from St Johns multistorey car parks using lifts. Lift to first floor of The Creative Hub. Disabled toilet facilities. While there is no dedicated quiet space you are able to move around the University to find quieter spaces to step away from the event if needed. University of Northampton University Creative Hub, Waterside Campus, University Dr, Northampton NN1 5PH...

A selection of short films from this year's submissions including University of Northampton shorts, animations, music videos, drama and art films. The bar is open outside the screening room from 4.30pm with room to network and socialise! This screening contains flashing images. Tickets are free so we usually sell out - so please let us know if you can no longer make it so we can release your ticket. Please arrive by 5pm - we cannot hold unused tickets if there is a waiting list on the day so your ticket may be released to someone else if you are not there at the beginning of the screening. Due to the venue, young people under 16yrs should be accompanied by an adult. Step free access on tarmac paths from University car parks and from St Johns multistorey car parks using lifts. Lift to first floor of The Creative Hub. Disabled toilet facilities. While there is no dedicated quiet space you are able to move around the University to find quieter spaces to step away from the event if needed. The screening room is accessed via double doors and has event chairs on the flat, then a raked seating unit with...

Lotus Flower Games, Northampton Games Network and others are providing an hour of short talks on the local Games scene with some networking opportunities. Join from 4.30pm for general networking with lots of local creatives. The bar is open outside the event room from 4.30pm with room to network and socialise! University of Northampton University Creative Hub, Waterside Campus, University Dr, Northampton NN1 5PH March 3, 2026, 6:30 - 7:30 PM GMT Get directions · More events at venue

We're excited to be showing this Northants feature length doc alongside short doc 'green' from NFF alumni! The bar is open outside the screening room from 4.30pm with room to network and socialise! We'll be having a Q&A with the filmmakers afterwards. Tickets are free so we usually sell out - so please let us know if you can no longer make it so we can release your ticket. Please arrive by 8pm - we cannot hold unused tickets if there is a waiting list on the day so your ticket may be released to someone else if you are not there at the beginning of the screening. Due to the venue, young people under 16yrs should be accompanied by an adult. Contains infrequent strong language, and themes of suicide and death. Step free access on tarmac paths from University car parks and from St Johns multistorey car parks using lifts. Lift to first floor of The Creative Hub. Disabled toilet facilities. While there is no dedicated quiet space you are able to move around the University to find quieter spaces to step away from the event if needed. The screening room is accessed via double doors and has event...

Films start promptly at 5.30pm - no trailers. Doors open 20 minutes before the film starts. You'll be able to put your questions to Helen Tither, Director of the film at the end of the screening then join us for drinks in the R&D foyer afterwards. Northampton Filmhouse has step free access to the screening room but only 1 wheelchair space and only 1 row of chairs without using steps. The wheelchair space can be booked below but if you'd like to reserve a space in the top row please book a ticket then contact us. If you are a wheelchair user who wants to attend but the wheelchair space is sold out, please contact us so we can see what we can do. 50p from every ticket sold for Northampton Filmhouse festival screening goes to our charity partner CLICK Arts Foundation. Home - Click Arts Foundation

For ticketholders of The Corinthians documentary feature, join us for chats and drinks in the Royal&Derngate foyer. The bar will be open for you to purchase drinks and snacks. NFF has partnered with West Northamptonshire Council and Northamptonshire Sport to host a celebratory event at the Royal & Derngate to premiere NFF’s Women’s Rugby World Cup legacy film, and showcase local opportunities for women and girls to get active. Royal & Derngate foyer Theatre 19-21 Guildhall Rd Northampton NN1 1DP March 4, 2026, 7:30 - 9:00 PM GMT

Join us for pre-screening drinks in V&B Northampton which just a few hundred metres from the Filmhouse. We'll be in the side room by the bar on the ground floor. Grab a drink and even some food, have a chat with us at NFF, filmmakers and fellow audience members! V&B has step free access and a lift to the downstairs toilets. V&B Northampton Bar 10 St Giles' Square Northampton NN1 1DA March 5, 2026, 6:30 - 8:00 PM GMT

Films start at 8.15pm promptly with no trailers - first we have short film 'Far From The Plains'. Hot off the back of Netflix’s hit show Adolescence, 'Far From the Plains' stars the up-and-coming Amari Bacchus alongside acclaimed, BRIT-nominated artist, Kojey Radical, in his first film role, as well as Faith Alabi of HBO’s Industry and Luca Guadagnino’s We Are Who We Are. Then we have feature film 'Never Had A Chance', Jazz Bhalla's debut feature, a British Asian drama set in West London, Hounslow's Punjabi community. Doors open 20 minutes before the films start. Northampton Filmhouse has step free access to the screening room but only 1 wheelchair space and only 1 row of chairs without using steps. The wheelchair space can be booked below but if you'd like to reserve a space in the top row please book a ticket then contact us. If you are a wheelchair user who wants to attend but the wheelchair space is sold out, please contact us so we can see what we can do. 50p from every ticket sold for Northampton Filmhouse festival screening goes to our charity partner CLICK Arts Foundation. Home - Click Arts Foundation

This screening is in collaboration with CLICK Arts Foundation - all of the ticket sale profits go to CLICK who support performing arts projects with a focus on bringing the best out of a community. Please join us at Grandbies after the screening - book a free ticket on this site. This screening is of local and British short films ranging from 1 minute to 20 minutes in length which meet the Creative or Changemaker remit of our festival manifesto - that Northants is a county of Rebels and Revolutionaries, Misfits and Mavericks, Creatives and Changemakers. We thought this screening particularly resonated with our charity partner CLICK! It includes animations, dance films, dramas, comedies, experimental films and documentaries so a real creative mix. CLICK Arts Foundation support groups who focus on social inclusion and personal development through the arts. We are the natural expansion of CLICK Productions, where we produced plays and ran drama and movement workshops to support, fundraise for, and connect with the community since 1993. We recognise that the benefits of involvement in the arts extend far beyond the stage and as a charity, we support those who provide a safe and nurturing space to promote growth...

Join us at Grandbies after the screening to mingle, talk about the films or buy yourself a beautiful bit of cake! CLICK Arts Foundation, our charity partner for NFF 2026, will be there - come talk to them about their work supporting the arts and promoting wellbeing. Grandbies Coffee house 26 St Giles' St Northampton NN1 1JA March 6, 2026, 7:30 - 9:00 PM GMT

To kickstart NFF's new Industry Day we're starting with some short films created by new and local filmmakers - more films to be added soon! This screening includes the local premiere of BFI Film Academy Short Course film 'You Are What You Eat' created by the Core at Corby Cube and Northampton Film Festival. The students who created the film will be collecting their BFI certificates on the day. Tickets are free so if you are unable to come, please let us know so we can release your ticket as these events tend to sell out. Please arrive by 11am - we cannot hold unused tickets if there is a waiting list on the day so your ticket may be released to someone else if you are not there at the beginning of the screening. The screening is free but you can donate to NFF here Donate | Northampton Film Festival and The Creative Place or while booking your free ticket. You can also donate to our charity partner CLICK Arts Foundation here Make a donation Anyone can attend this screening but anyone under 12yrs must be accompanied by an adult. The screening includes some bad language, injury detail and mild threat. Northampton...

A day of free film and creative industry opportunities in the heart of Northampton. Sign up to get updates straight to your inbox as more details are unveiled - this will include our programme of talks. Exhibitors include: Warner Bros CrewHQ - CrewHQ support existing crew, create career pathways and foster the next generation of talent, through a programme of innovative training and development activity based in our training centre on site at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden. CenterFrame - A community designed to connect filmmakers with the resources, network and opportunities they need to turn their vision into reality. Tony Klinger Coaching - Tony Klinger has made films, television, rock videos and documentaries around the world while working at the highest level with stars like The Who, Lee Marvin, Roger Moore, Jack Nicholson, Peter Fonda, Deep Purple, Peter Finch, Shelley Winters, Omar Sharif, Peter Ustinov, Supertramp, Mickey Rooney, Michael Caine and many others) CARRIER-media - film and television lighting company headed by Gaffer Pete Carrier, providing a one stop shop for equipment, transport and staff. His Gaffer credits include feature films, television, and commercial and corporate content, from Sky’s ‘Portrait Artist of the Year’ and the Netflix documentary ‘Attack on London’...

Comedy and drama your thing? We promise you laughs and plenty of drama with this selection. You'll be able to put your questions to some of the filmmakers after the screening. Ben Norris' debut short, comedy 'Toad in the Hole' premiered at London Film Festival 2025 before heading off on the festival circuit. We also have NFF alumni Stephen Gallacher back with his latest short 'Blackpool'. Shane Meadows says it's "A cracking short that punches harder than the usual drama.... Beautifully shot and acted short that finds massive heart and humour in the guts of Blackpool." These shorts are followed by feature '49 Miles More'. While driving to an annual reunion with their university friends, Max, an unsuccessful insurance salesman, and his fun loving buddy, Doug break down. With 50 miles to go, their only option is to brave the wilderness on foot.

We'll be announcing the winner of our 18yrs and Under competition at this awards ceremony before our evening ceremony for all our other categories. We'll also be announcing the winner of the 18yrs and Under Rebels and Revolutionaries art competition. If you require a wheelchair space, please let us know on info@northamptonfilmfestival.co.uk - we have 3 available. Any age can attend this event but anyone under 16yrs needs to be accompanied by an adult. It has been given a 12A rating to allow us to show films up to this certificate. Read about the rating here. Royal Theatre Theatre Royal & Derngate, 19-21 Guildhall Rd, Northampton, NN1 1DP March 8, 2026, 2:00 - 4:00 PM GMT

This ceremony will be announcing the winners of all categories except 18yrs and Under which are earlier in the day. We'll also be announcing the winner of the 19yrs+ art and games competitions. There will be opportunities for networking and socialising with filmmakers and fan films. Plus entertainment. Watch this space for more details. If you require a wheelchair space, please let us know on info@northamptonfilmfestival.co.uk - we have 3 available. Royal Theatre Theatre Royal & Derngate, 19-21 Guildhall Rd, Northampton, NN1 1DP March 8, 2026, 5:00 - 7:30 PM GMT