Thank you for joining us in 2024
Our 2025 edition will be announced soon...
Our Mission
We are a community film festival creating opportunities to showcase and develop local talent.
Co-founders Matthew Hannah and James Wainwright are student filmmakers both from Liverpool. They have directed and produced multiple projects since 2021, realising just how difficult it is to gain traction. As a result, they’re seeking to unite with other aspiring filmmakers across the region, and collectively promote their work.
In partnership with
Liverpool Lighthouse
Based in a refurbished former Gaumont cinema in high-deprivation Anfield, they are a registered charity working with the local community to create thriving communities of people living more fulfilled lives.
As an Arts and Community centre, they use engagement with the arts to improve people's wellbeing, so they can go on to develop the skills they need to meet their aspirations.
Oakfield Rd, Liverpool, L4 0UF
The Judges
Producer / Director
Roger Appleton
Roger, a filmmaker of 20+ years, directed Looking for Lennon, nominated for Best Documentary in 2019. He has extensive experience working with musicians, actors, politicians, and cultural figures.
Producer / Documentary
Han Duijvendak
Han Duijvendak, co-founder of HANDSTAND Films, has produced documentaries for ITV, Channel 4, and FIVE, with a background in theatre and community filmmaking.
Lecturer
Honey Crespo
Honey is an award-winning documentary filmmaker and lecturer at Liverpool Hope University, with work showcased at BFI and international festivals. Her focus includes film festival curation and community engagement through filmmaking.
2024 Edition
Celebrating our 2nd festival taking place in August 2024.
