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Newsletter

Stay up to date with Festival news, programme updates and opportunities.

image: barrunto • Emilia Beatriz • Puerto Rico, United Kingdom • 2024

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NEWS, 19 December 2024

First Look: Filmmaker in Focus

Eri Makihara is announced as our first Filmmaker in Focus.

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NEWS, 19 December 2024

First Look: Propositions

Featuring a UK Premiere, unearthed artists video from the AIDS activist archive, and a hybrid talk and live video essay.

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NEWS, 19 December 2024

First Look: New Cinema Awards

Three UK Premieres announced as part of our keystone programme, the New Cinema Awards.

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Volunteer at BFMAF 2025

Volunteering is a brilliant way to be at the heart of an international festival, meet new people and contribute to our thriving hometown.

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Tickets

Festival Passes are now on sale for the 19th Berwick Film & Media Arts Festival!

image: Amelia Read • 19th Berwick Film & Media Arts Festival • 2024

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Accreditation

Are you an artist, filmmaker or arts and culture worker? Get your Accreditation for the 20th Berwick Film & Media Arts Festival!

image: Amelia Read • 19th Berwick Film & Media Arts Festival • 2024

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Plan your Visit

Everything you need to plan your visit to Berwick-upon-Tweed - with travel and accommodation advice and an interactive Town Map.

image: Amelia Read • 19th Berwick Film & Media Arts Festival • 2024

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Artists & Filmmakers

Explore the work of artists and filmmakers featured in previous festival years.

image: Amelia Read • 19th Berwick Film & Media Arts Festival • Maria Fusco in Conversation • 2024

Watch our video postcard from the 19th Berwick Film & Media Arts Festival, 7 - 10 March 2024. Shot and edited by Sam Kenyon.