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Festival Formula Festival Formula is the leading light for filmmakers who want to make their mark on the competitive festival circuit. Building your presence is our aim.

Founded by Katie Bignell. Founded by Katie Bignell, Festival Formula is the culmination of more that 20+ years of experience strategising films for the competitive festival circuit. As a leading light for filmmakers taking their first steps onto the global festival stage, we advise clients and create bespoke festival strategies tailored to the unique assets of their film. Festival Formula is the g

o-to thought leader for filmmakers who want to build their presence on the festival circuit. Festival Formula is all about helping filmmakers realise their potential through their work. We alleviate the pressure of submitting to the festival circuit so they can focus on making their next project.

From Sept 4, check out our Slate Films in Bueu, London, Romford, and Toronto. Info below: FICBUEU, Galicia, Spain, Sept ...
03/09/2026

From Sept 4, check out our Slate Films in Bueu, London, Romford, and Toronto. Info below:

FICBUEU, Galicia, Spain, Sept 4-19
🎬A BEAR REMEMBERS (Linden Feng, Hannah Palumbo)

Fighting Spirit Film Festival: All Action Martial Arts, London, UK, Sept 4-6
🎬NAK MUAY (Tinge Krishnan)

The Romford Film Festival, UK, Sept 5-6
🎬PAUL COORE: A VERY LUCKY MAN ( Chris Eyre Film)

The Shortest Nights, London, UK, Sept 5-8
🎬CHINAMAN (Rob Chiu)
🎬THE HUMBUG (Cole Paviour)

Toronto Shorts International Film Festival, Canada, Sept 5-6
🎬THE BORDER AT TOLSTOI (Bob Kotyk)

Women Over 50 Film Festival, London, UK, Sept 5
🎬NOW THAT'S WHAT I CALL DOCK PUDDING (Sarah Mason)
🎬PINA (Florian Kasperski)
🎬PLEASE DO NOT RESUSCITATE (Leah Finegold)

In the shattered remains of post apocalyptic Britain, a reckless survivor fights to protect a young boy, not only from t...
03/09/2026

In the shattered remains of post apocalyptic Britain, a reckless survivor fights to protect a young boy, not only from the dangers of the world, but from the devastating truth that could tear them apart.

Welcome to the FF Slate to the 13-min sci-fi drama THE SILENCE WE CARRY from director Louis Mateu.

FF's Katie Bignell says: “This is a piece that literally hits the ground running, from its opening shot to the bold nuances of violence we see.”

Director: Louis Mateu
Producer: Gabriella Montrose, Louis Mateu
Writer: Louis Mateu
DOP: Sam O'Riordan, Rich Allen
Editor: Chris Cavanagh
Sound Design: Francesco Marseglia
Composer: Alexis Garcia
Production Design: Louis Mateu, Gabriella Montrose
Props Master: Dan Wenham
Hair & Makeup: Tabitha Gardiner, Eleanor Cole

Cast: Louis Mateu, Socrates Kuznetsov, Gabriella Montrose, Malcolm Jeffries, Tom Gordon

https://www.festivalformula.com/theslate/the-silence-we-carry

For his most recent article for the FF Insight Blog, Mark Brennan is talking about length: Runtime is one of the most im...
02/09/2026

For his most recent article for the FF Insight Blog, Mark Brennan is talking about length:

Runtime is one of the most important factors in a short film’s chance on the festival circuit.

With a finite number of minutes to fill in a competitive screening programme, every film regardless of length, must justify every second of screentime.

Are micro or maxi shorts a bust for festival programmers? And what’s FF’s rule about short film length?

Read the full article to find out: https://www.festivalformula.com/insight/the-runtime-paradox

01/09/2026

Mark your calendars! FF Slate Film THE CIGARETTE SURFBOARD has finished its award-winning festival run and is headed for an online premiere on Sept 15th.

The award-winning environmental documentary about art, activism, and what anyone can do to protect and restore the health of the ocean.

The Cigarette Surfboard will be available online September 15-27, 2026 (to celebrate International Coastal Cleanup Day, Sep.19), as a call to action for our collective ocean stewardship.

Check out the film, directed by Ben Judkins, and join the conversation to explore what you can do to take action in your life and local community.

With your ticket, you’ll have access to a few live, virtual Q&As (come with questions!) featuring a few inspiring professional surfers and ocean activists from the film:

● Tuesday, Sep. 15 at 8pm PST– Ph.D. Chemist/ Professional Surfer Cliff Kapono (Hawaiʻi)
● Wednesday, Sep.16 at 8pmPST– OceanActivist/ Professional Surfer Hannah Bennett (Fiji)
● Thursday, Sep. 17 at 12pm PST – Regenerative Farmer/ Professional Surfer Fergal Smith (Ireland)
● Friday, Sep.18 at 12pm PST – Ph.D. in Environment & Society / Professional Surfer Easkey Britton (Ireland)
● Saturday, Sep.19 at 12pm PST– Surfers Against Sewage Co-Founder Chris Hines (United Kingdom)



https://watch.eventive.org/thecigarettesurfboard

Sept 3-6 our Slate Films are headed to Lytham International Film Festival, Lytham Saint Annes, UK, info below: 🎬BLOODSUC...
31/08/2026

Sept 3-6 our Slate Films are headed to Lytham International Film Festival, Lytham Saint Annes, UK, info below:

🎬BLOODSUCKERS (Rosie Brear)
🎬DOWNSIZED (Ed Willey)
🎬DUCK PRESS (Cian Llewellyn )
🎬EGG TIMER (Rosie May Bird Smith)
🎬K-9INE! (Elliott Power)
🎬KITTY ( Lizzie Hart, James Newman)
🎬SEED (Sara L. Roberts, Suzy Shepherd)
🎬THE DOG THAT COULDN’T BARK (Henry Tomlinson)
🎬WE’RE ALL BLACK DOWN HERE (James Mellors)

In 1999, behind the scenes of Britain's biggest TV gameshow, a loyal employee's interrogation over an immigrant couple's...
31/08/2026

In 1999, behind the scenes of Britain's biggest TV gameshow, a loyal employee's interrogation over an immigrant couple's unlikely win exposes the prejudice, power and paranoia hidden beneath the rules.

Welcome to the FF slate to the 20-min drama LIFE/LINE from director Cael King.

FF's Mark Brennan calls it: “An intriguing drama, it’s well produced and performed with a satisfying conclusion.”

Director: Cael King
Producer: Georgette Gregorio Mason, Priya Giga, Luke Allen
Writer: Cael King
DOP: Tracy Kiryango
Editor: Tracy Kiryango
Sound Design: Lizzy Andrews
Composer: Todd Speakman
Production Design: Melfin Pereira
Costume Design: Ariadna Gomez-Kelly, Afari Dioum, Jennifer Bello
Hair & Makeup: Drue Konings
VFX: Priory Post Production
Casting: Matt Sheppard

Cast: Cael King, Mark Fleischmann, Richard Rycroft, Lola May, Emma Richardson, Tegan Turner, Naji Naji, Zaya Hanchard

https://www.festivalformula.com/theslate/life-line

There’s a lot of chatter around about vertical dramas and the industry impact on more traditional formats. Filmmakers ar...
30/08/2026

There’s a lot of chatter around about vertical dramas and the industry impact on more traditional formats. Filmmakers are starting to pay attention to the format when planning their career paths.

As part of her most recent article for the FF Insight Blog, Jess Sweetman talked to Berlin-based filmmaker Maurice Grey, whose first vertical drama is out now.

Read the full piece to hear more about what the landscape might offer a filmmaker with enough energy to get through, as well as Jess’ very special take on what she thinks is worth watching so far.

https://www.festivalformula.com/insight/micro-dramas

Sept 1st onward, check out our Slate Films in Wi******er, Lisbon, London, Goshen, and Los Angeles. Info below: GenreBlas...
30/08/2026

Sept 1st onward, check out our Slate Films in Wi******er, Lisbon, London, Goshen, and Los Angeles. Info below:

GenreBlast, Wi******er, VA, USA, Sept 3-6
🎬CLEAN SLATE ( Alex Geffen and Cass Huckabay)

MOTELX - Lisbon International Horror Film Festival, Portugal, Sept 3-13
🎬SUMMER PROJECT (Yuki Hara)
🎬THE HUMBUG (Cole Paviour)

PORTOBELLO FILM FESTIVAL, London, UK, Sept 3-20
🎬 MAS RESISTANCE (Alex Urquhart)
🎬THE BORDER AT TOLSTOI (Bob Kotyk)

River Bend Film Festival , Goshen, IN, USA, Sept 3-5
🎬8:38 (Imole Ladipo)

Broad Humor Film Festival , Los Angeles, CA, USA, Sept 3-6
🎬AU GRATIN ( Malynda Hale )
🎬COCKROACH (Heather Older)
🎬MAY I PUT YOU ON HOLD (Ash Blodgett)

Two sisters go on a hike with the intention of catching up with each other. But when one of them attempts a video call w...
28/08/2026

Two sisters go on a hike with the intention of catching up with each other. But when one of them attempts a video call with their technologically challenged mother, they all end up finally reconnecting.

Welcome to the FF Slate to the 5-min drama MOM from director Jennie Iacobino.

FF's Katie Bignell says: “This is a sweet and poignant piece that will definitely tug on the heartstrings.”

Director: Jennie Iacobino
Producer: Katie Vesper Farmer
Writer: Jennie Iacobino
DOP: Katie Vesper Farmer
Editor: Jennie Iacobino
Sound Design: Anna Knight
Composer: Jennie Iacobino

Cast: Emily Vanny, Morgan Dalla Betta, Karen Iacobino

https://www.festivalformula.com/theslate/mom

A man going through a rough patch with his partner is rocked when he discovers her secret life. Welcome to the FF Slate ...
27/08/2026

A man going through a rough patch with his partner is rocked when he discovers her secret life.

Welcome to the FF Slate to the 15-min drama THE ANGEL from director Will Thomas Freeman. FF's Mark Brennan calls it “interesting and heartfelt.”

Director: Will Thomas Freeman
Producer: Robert Brett
Writer: Robert Brett
DOP: Will Thomas Freeman
Editor: Robert Brett
Sound Design: Will Thomas
Production Design: Robert Brett

Cast: Freya Lund, Richard Brett

https://www.festivalformula.com/theslate/the-angel

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