Shorts

Birds Eye View curates dynamic programmes of short films made by emerging women directors from the UK and around the world. Taking in drama, animation and documentary, these are beautifully collated scrap books from the cinematic cutting edge. Check in for the chance to spot the directorial stars of tomorrow.

  • Opening Night Gala

    At BFI Southbank, NFT1, Tue 8 March, 8.30pm

    Kick off this breathtaking Festival with a short film line-up to remember.

  • UK Shorts

    + directors' Q&A

    ICA Cinema 1, Sun 13 March 5.00pm

    The UK's most exciting cinematic women, with screen stars, acclaimed directors, pioneering newcomers, enchanting animation and global award-winners.

  • International Shorts 1

    BFI Southbank Studio, Sat 12 March 12pm
    BFI Southbank Studio, Sun 13 March 4pm

    From drama to animation, this superb programme from around the globe promises rebellion in Iran, poetry in pictures and drama at the doctor's.

    The screening will be followed by a Q&A featuring filmmakers including Seven Storied House director, Debjani Mukherjee.

  • International Shorts 2

    BFI Southbank Studio, Sat 12 March, 4pm

    Zoom in on a startling programme from the lenses of the world's most creative women, with surprises in suitcases, Russians in Brooklyn and gay men in Manila.

    The screening will be followed by a director Q&A featuring filmmakers including Alice Lyons and Nola Gaardmand.