Cinecity

About Cinecity

CINECITY The Brighton Film Festival is the region's premier film festival and has been celebrating cinema in all its forms for 23 years in the city and surrounding area. In November 2026, CINECITY will present the 24th annual edition of the festival. ** CINECITY The Brighton

Awards this festival can qualify you for

• BIFA Best Film · Best British Independent Film

  In-person official selection at this BIFA Section B festival counts toward eligibility (two Section B British festivals confer eligibility; one Section A festival is the alternative). No win required. Online-only screenings do not qualify. British independent film (BFI cultural test). 2026 window: 1 Nov 2025 to 30 Nov 2026.

• BIFA Short · Best British Short Film

  In-person official selection at this BIFA Section B festival counts toward eligibility (two Section B British festivals confer eligibility; one Section A festival is the alternative). No win required. British production. Under 40 minutes.

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