FESTIVAL NEWS
THE FULL PROGRAMME FOR 6 SEPTEMBER 2026
Seventeen films across three programmes at the Mitchell Arts Centre, film by film, with the filmmakers who will be in the room.
FESTIVAL NEWS
HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR FILM TO A FESTIVAL FOR THE FIRST TIME
A plain guide for first time filmmakers, from choosing categories to what juries actually look for.
FESTIVAL NEWS
WHY WE CREATED A BEST AI GENERATED FILM CATEGORY
New tools, old virtues. The thinking behind one of the few serious AI film categories in the UK.
FESTIVAL NEWS
WHAT HAPPENS AT A STAFFORD FILM FESTIVAL SCREENING
Films, Q&As, awards and conversation. What to expect if you have never been to a film festival before.



