Global InformationBritish Horror Film Festival information
| Location | London, England |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2010 |
| Language | English |
| Website | Official website |
The British Horror Film Festival (BHFF) is an independent film festival that takes place annually in the United Kingdom and is one of four events hosted by the Film Festival Guild,[1] including the British Animation Film Festival, the British Independent Film Festival and the International Film Festival of Wales. Founded in 2010,[2] the festival celebrates the horror and thriller genres in film, showcasing the best of international and British horror films. The festival has previously been held in various locations throughout England, starting with Bournemouth in 2010[3] before having its roots in London, which most often screened at the Empire/Cineworld in Leicester Square[4][5][6] before moving to the British Museum in 2022.[7] The British Horror Film Festival has featured a number of notable films and filmmakers including Prano Bailey-Bond, who won the British Horror Award (best achievement on a low budget) alongside co-director Jennifer Eiss for the short film Short Lease as well as a Best Actress win for Marysia Kay.[8][9]
The festival includes screenings with features, short films, music videos and student films. BHFF also recognises the achievements of filmmakers through awards in various categories, including Best Feature, Best Short,[10] Best Director,[11] and Best Actor/Actress amongst others.[12]
The festival has attracted a growing audience of horror film fans, filmmakers and industry professionals over the years. In October 2022, the British Horror Film Festival was held at the British Museum and was sold-out at full capacity.[13] The festival has become a significant event in the horror film calendar for providing a unique opportunity to celebrate the genre, discover new talent, and network with industry professionals.[14][15][16][improper synthesis?]
In addition to its typical in-person events, the British Horror Film Festival was also hosted online in 2020[17] and 2021[18] due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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- ^ "BHFF 2020". Film Festival Guild. Retrieved 30 June 2023.
- ^ "BHFF 2021". Film Festival Guild. Retrieved 30 June 2023.