Raindance Film Festival
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Raindance Film Festival is the largest independent film festival in the UK. Holding the 26th festival in 2018, Raindance is based in the heart of London’s buzzing West End film district.
Raindance Film Festival is officially recognised by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences USA, the British Academy of Film and Television Arts and the British Independent Film Awards. Selected shorts will qualify for Oscar® and BAFTA considerations.
Festival Sections:
- World-renowned programme of the best UK and international independent films
- Raindance Forum and Marketplace – talks and panels
- [NEW] Raindance VRX programme for virtual reality and new media
- Raindance Web Fest
- Networking events
Each year, Raindance attracts 16,000 visitors including 500 industry professionals into London.
The 25th Raindance will take place September 19 – 30 2018 in central London.
“Britain’s largest, most exciting independent film festival, as likely to generate hit films as any of its mainstream rivals ”
The Guardian
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Key Festival Dates
Opening Gala: 26 September 2018
Closing Gala: 7 October 2018