Bristol's 48hr film competition
The Arnolfini, Bristol, BS1 4QA 3rd July 2025 @19:00pm
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For Professional Film Makers across Bristol

Brought to you by The Bristol Editors network

In association with:

Cutting It Fine
By Professionals,
For Professionals

Are you ready to put your creativity, teamwork, and filmmaking skills to the ultimate test? Over the course of just 48 hours, teams will race against the clock to write, shoot, and edit an original short film. This challenge is your chance to showcase your talent, push your limits, and have an unforgettable experience!

Sign up now as a team or an individual looking to join a team. The countdown to creativity starts soon—are you in?

WHERE

Arnolfini , 16 Narrow Quay, Bristol, BS1 4QA

WHEN

Friday 3rd July to Sunday 5th July 2005
Screening on Tuesday 8th July 2025

Collaborate

We want collaboration to flourish at Cutting It Fine. What better way to improve your skills and connections than make a new film as a team!

Meet New People

Want to meet Bristol creatives across a range of disciplines? Register as an individual so you can join a team.

Screening & Awards

Join us to watch ALL the submitted films on a big screen and see who our guest judges think is worthy of winning.

Lights, Camera, Action!

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What is Cutting it Fine?

The aims of this short film competition are:

  • To promote Bristol as a film making hub despite the recent downturn in film & TV job opportunities across the sector.
  • To promote a competitive platform where professional film makers in Bristol can produce, film and edit their short films over the course of a weekend.
  • To be the inaugural annual competition of its type, showcasing Bristol’s talent and a networking opportunity for industry professionals in a quick turnaround work environment.

The ‘production teams’ can either be assembled themselves or we will help with this process. They will all mirror a professional production model with teams of 6-7 people, including the Producer, Director, DOP, Editor, Sound Recordist and Runners

 

It’s an opportunity to reignite the spirit of film making in Bristol, bringing together talented professionals, students, and emerging creatives to collaborate  in a high-energy, fast-paced environment. By promoting the city as a film hub and offering a unique platform for local talent, we aim to showcase the depth of creativity and innovation within the Bristol film and TV industry. This event is a celebration of passion, collaboration, and the art of film making, all set against the backdrop of one of the UK’s most exciting creative hubs. We invite you to be a part of this exciting journey, where new connections are made, ideas are brought to life, and lasting memories are created.

 

Screening
16 Narrow Quay, Bristol BS1 4QA
Bristol
The screening will be held on Tuesday 8th July, 7pm at the Arnolfini in Bristol. A live stream will be available for any team members who cannot make it.