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Category Archives: Film
Brighton degree show dates announced for 2023
The University of Brighton’s graduate shows have been announced for 2023 – the undergraduate shows kick off on 3rd June 2023 and the MA show starts on 7th July.
Graduates 2022: Doona Rhee: Film
“Over my three years at Brighton, I have been encouraged by my tutors to nurture my talents in subject areas where they have seen potential, which has helped me developed my confidence and professional skill.”
“Each year we get to make a short film and it’s a lot of fun to be collaborating with friends doing what I love”
Wiktoria came to Brighton from Poland to study Film BA(Hons) in 2020. Here she talks about her journey so far. Read More
Follow Film and Screen Studies on Instagram
You can now follow Film and Screen Studies on Instagram @fss_UoB. Read More
Apply for the Cass x Phoenix Studio Award 2022
Want to win a FREE studio space for a year in central Brighton? School of Art and Media final year students have the opportunity to apply for this award which sees Cass Art sponsoring a Phoenix Art Space studio for a 2022 graduate. Read More
Learn more about your chosen course through applicant events and tasters!
We have a number of events for offer holders and applicants whose course involves portfolio review.
CineCity film festival showcases work of Brighton academics
Two University of Brighton academics, Frank Gray and Sophie Dixon, feature in the annual CINECITY film festival (5-14 November), and the region’s biggest celebration of cinema. Read More
Art and media students work on Photography Club project with Photoworks
Three students (Olivia Gallichan, Anna Mika and Naomi Ross-Mason) recently worked with the University of Brighton Outreach team on Photography Club, a nine-week initiative run with Photoworks and artist Lindsey Smith which enables young people to meet regularly, develop their camera skills alongside a professional photographer, produce photography and gain an Arts Award qualification. Read More
Lecturer Philip Connolly releases short film Fruit Fix starring Derry Girls’ Jamie Lee O’Donnell
Philip Connolly who teaches on Brighton’s Film BA(Hons) has released a new short film on YouTube featuring TV and film stars Jamie Lee O’Donnell, Mark Benton and Adnan Mustafa – in the new release we see Hope (O’Donnell) struggling with anxiety ahead of a big moment in her life, using an unusual technique to cope. Read More
Thinking of applying for our Film and Screen Studies degree?
Here, our course team answer key questions about the course such as how you’ll learn, the ways you’ll be assessed and the facilities you’ll use.
Podcast: Dr Holly Chard talks about John Hughes and Christmas
Getting in the festive spirit for this week’s pod – Dr Holly Chard from the School of Media focuses her research on the films of John Hughes including Home Alone, Miracle on 34th Street remake, National Lampoon. Read More
Film BA(Hons) showreel
Watch a this short film showcasing some of the recent projects by our talented students. Read More
Film student Alice commended at film festival
Alice Giraudi’s short documentary Il Giardino was nominated in the Best Student Film category in the 2020 Her International Film Festival. Read More
Films documenting lockdown to be exhibited at Photo Fringe
A project to capture restricted conversations in the city during lockdown, led by the University of Brighton’s Katy Binary, is about to get its public debut. Read More
Enrol, log on and complete your course tasks
Congratulations on your offer – now it’s time to enrol! Read More
Artists Larry Achiampong and David Blandy in conversation with Dr Marlon Moncrieffe
Dr Marlon Moncrieffe studies migration stories and national identity; Decolonising the curriculum; Critical multicultural education; Black-British histories used with the primary school curriculum and Black-British histories in cycling. Read More
MA Show goes live!
Postgraduate students from the School of Art and School of Media are getting the chance to showcase their work in the third and final part of Graduate Show 2020. Read More
Screen Archive South East wins £50,000 National Lottery funding
Moving image archive Screen Archive South East at the University of Brighton has won National Lottery funding from the British Film Institute’s Audience Fund.
Graduates 2020: Film and Screen studies host live digital degree show
Students and staff from Film and Screen Studies will be hosting the first Film & Screen Studies digital degree show opened by Councillor Alan Robins, Mayor of Brighton and Hove. Read More
Graduate Show now open!
This year (for obvious reasons) the University of Brighton’s graduate show is being held online – and we couldn’t be prouder of the art, media and humanities students who have produced brilliant work for their final year exhibition. Come and take a look around and sign up to an online event. Read More
University wins 5G research grant
A School of Media team at the University of Brighton has been awarded more than £37,000 to explore the potential that 5G holds for the games and performing arts sectors. Read More
Gender equality awards for the School of Art and School of Media
The School of Art, School of Media and School of Health Sciences have achieved Bronze awards from Advance HE’s Athena SWAN Charter in recognition of their commitment to gender equality. Read More
Opportunities for creatives to connect, reflect and prepare
The current global pandemic presents uncertainty for everyone looking for work, whether you’re about to graduate, or you’re looking for ways to develop your skills and experience over the summer. Read More
Screen Archive South East features newly discovered footage to mark 75th anniversary of VE Day
Screen Archive South East (SASE), part of the University of Brighton, has produced ‘War & Peace’ – a free to stream short film to commemorate the end of the Second World War.
BAFTA winning director Mark Jenkin online Q&A on Friday 1 May, 10am
School of Media students are invited to join director, editor, screenwriter, cinematographer and producer Mark Jenkin (Bait, 2019) for this exciting online guest visit.
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Apply now for new £2500 Undergraduate and Postgraduate International scholarships
Brand new for academic year 2020-21 we are launching international scholarships available to new full-time international students on undergraduate and postgraduate taught degree courses holding an offer to start their course in academic year 2020. Read More
Current and alumni students feature in Brighton CCA’s packed online programme of events and activities
Free and open to all Brighton CCA’s online events range from printing workshops to bespoke DJ playlists to brighten the long days of lockdown. Read More
Applying for 2020? Here’s all you need to know
If you are applying or have applied for a course in 2020 you’ll find advice on your application, virtual visits and much more.
Film critic Mark Kermode praises lecturer’s podcast
The Cinematologists podcast run by lecturer Dario Llinares, course leader of the University of Brighton’s Film BA(Hons), was praised by respected film critic Mark Kermode in a Guardian article on the best in culture right now. Read More
Gallery programme moves online
Career advice from Head of Employability Clare Dawson
Clare gives expert advice on employability, CVs, placements, dealing with knock-backs and how to ease the pressure of choosing your career path. Read More
Competition open for mural design – enter by 27 April
Brighton Racecourse is running a competition for a University of Brighton student to showcase their work at the venue. Read More
Print in Motion exhibition
Head to our Edward Street building to see this show (17-24 January) by students from our Printmaking BA(Hons) and Moving Image BA(Hons).
Digital Film graduate honoured by the Queen
University of Brighton graduate Samson Rattigan received a British Empire Medal in the Queen’s New Year Honours, one of the youngest people to receive the honour. Read More
Brighton graduate Helen Cammock is (one of four!) Turner Prize winners
In an unexpected announcement the 2019 Turner Prize has been shared between all four nominees, including Photography graduate Helen Cammock, who said “they wanted to make a “collective statement” at a time when there was “already so much that divides and isolates people and communities”. Read More
Win an artist’s residency in Italy
Open to students and recent graduates, a new partnership between the University of Brighton and Mahler & LeWitt Studios means an artist has a unique opportunity to develop their practice with a residency in Italy followed by an exhibition at Brighton’s Centre for Contemporary Arts (CCA) between May – September 2020. Read More
University opens Centre for Contemporary Arts this weekend
Come and celebrate the opening of the first major contemporary arts space in Brighton for 20 years in the Grand Parade building’s beautifully refurbished new galleries and theatre – launch party Friday 19 October, 6-10pm
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What is podcasting? Find out tonight
Join Lance Dann, course leader for Media Production and Dario Llinares course leader Digital Film among other noteworthy speakers for a discussion. Read More
Showcase for talented media staff
Salon is a project showcasing the artistic practice of professional services and technical staff across the School of Media. Read More
Digital Film Festival awards update
The celebration of moving image work from across the School of Media took place at the fantastic Lewes Depot last week and was a lively night featuring videos by students from Digital Film, Moving Image, Fashion Communications with Business Studies, Media Production and Design for Digital Media. Find out who took home the prizes!
Student work celebrated at Film and Screen Studies conference
Deputy Mayor of Brighton and Hove, Councillor Alan Robbins, will introduce the University of Brighton’s Film and Screen Studies Degree Show which will highlight work from final year students of the course. Read More
UOB Digital Media Festival 2019
Digital Film students will be showcasing their final-year films on the big screen at this annual festival at Lewes Depot on Tuesday 28 May at 7pm. Come along! Read More
How we got here – 2019 graduates
We spoke to four graduating students about their experiences of studying arts subjects at Brighton. Hear what they had to say! Read More
One month until Graduate Show!
Come and see fine art, photography, film, fashion, 3D design, textiles, graphics, illustration, architecture and much more at our annual graduate show in June (1- June at Grand Parade and Edward Street and 8–14 June 2019 at Moulsecoomb). Read More
Art and design students decorate hospital room
Volunteers from Architecture, Moving Image and Graphic Design have designed and painted a seaside-themed mural at the Royal Alexandra Children’s Hospital. Read More
Free Skills Masterclass
Free Skills Masterclasses! Ideal for final year, masters students and recent graduates. Gain skills from professionals, certificate for each attendee. Read More
Course leader’s podcasting book gets rave review
A new book co-edited by Digital Film BA(Hons) course leader Dario Llinares is “the first comprehensive interdisciplinary collection of academic work on the topic of podcasting within a media and cultural studies lens”. Read More
Spring Forward festival celebrates women in digital culture
Check out the events taking place as part of this month-long event sponsored by the University of Brighton. Read More
100 days until the Graduate Show 2019!
The countdown begins to the University of Brighton Graduate Show 2019 which will see the City and Moulsecoomb campuses are transformed into the biggest artspace in the South East. Read More
Showcase your creativity at the Grand Parade gallery
Staff and students have an opportunity to showcase projects, ideas and discussion as part of an experimental programme in spring 2019.
School of Media academic earns award nomination for work with recovery orchestra
School of Media deputy Head of School Conall Gleeson, has been nominated for a British Composer Award for his collaboration with a Brighton-based orchestra that supports people in recovery from drug and substance abuse. Read More
New Cinematologists episode – listen now
Dario Llinares who leads our Digital Film degree co-hosts the popular film podcast – the latest episode went out today and focuses on David Lowery’s A Ghost Story. Read More
Careers fair: Weds 7 Nov
Come along to the university’s careers fair at the Amex football stadium by our Falmer campus. Download the app for the guide to what’s happening on the day. Read More
A vision for women in virtual reality
Researchers from the University of Brighton are behind a pioneering new document that outlines future aims for women and gender equality in the virtual reality industry. Read More
Digital Film Festival showcases media talent
The 2018 Digital Film Festival showcased the digital media projects across Digital Film, TV and Digital Media Production, and Illustration for Screen Art. Read More
Grants available for care-experienced students
Have you spent any time in the care of a local authority or are you care experienced? If yes, you could be eligible to apply for a non-repayable award of £350 from The Pyrus Trust. Read More
Grants available for Arts and Media care experienced students
Are you a final year student on an Arts, Media or Design course and spent time in the care of a local authority or are care-experienced? Read More
Are you a Brighton Freshtival pass holder?
On Friday 28 September, the Radio 1 Rave Lounge is coming to Brighton featuring Radio 1’s Annie Mac, Danny Howard and special guest. Book your ticket now! Read More
Get to know Brighton <3
Watch our new film about our wonderful city.
Digital Film launch Instagram feed
Our Digital Film BA(Hons) course has started its own feed – follow now! Staff on this excellent course include Dario Llinares who runs the popular Cinematologists podcast. Read More
New student? Hit the Ground Running!
Congratulations to everyone who’s joining the university in 2018. There are a few things to do before you get here Read More
Enrol online today!
Congratulations to everyone who’s received an offer. If you’ve had your place confirmed, you’ll be able to enrol from today. Read More
Welcome to all of our new students!
When your place has been confirmed you officially become a University of Brighton student!
Keep an eye on your inbox as we’ll be keeping in touch with you by email to let you know more about: Read More
Digital Film Festival in Hastings
The University of Brighton’s Hastings campus is holding its annual Digital Film Festival on 30 May of May from 5pm at the Kino Teatr cinema and music venue in St. Leonards. Read More
Film and Screen Studies Annual Symposium Screening
The 3rd Film & Screen Studies Annual Symposium will take place on Friday 27 April 2018. Read More
Vice Chancellor shortlisted for Guardian inspirational leader award
The University of Brighton’s Vice-Chancellor Debra Humphris has been shortlisted for the Inspiring Leader Award at the Guardian’s Higher Education Award.
Calling all filmmakers
The annual David Thomas Awards are open for entries. Read More
Helen Kennedy on Lara Croft reboot
Our Head of the School of Media is quoted in a Hollywood Reporter article on feminist critics’ response to the new Tomb Raider movie. Read More
No Longer the ManMADE Object
Come along to hear from women leaders, makers and creatives in science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics at Grand Parade on Wednesday 28 March at 4.30pm. Read More
Serial Mom screening tonight!
Film & Screen Studies’ Secret Cinema is on tonight and showing the John Waters classic. Read More
Our 2019 prospectus has just landed!
The Loops – New Cinematic Work
A set of looped work will be shown throughout March 3 including Driftwood’s ‘ROAD’, an immersive film of the American SW roadtrip described by the New Scientist as “something effortless and intuitive, a sense of being in some athletic ‘zone’ where self and world are one.” Read More
Entries open for Aesthetics Short Film Festival
Entries are now open for the 8th edition of the BAFTA-Recognised Aesthetica Short Film Festival. Read More
Art can help tackle depression
Visual arts can help reduce levels of depression and increase self-respect, according to a new study led by the University of Brighton’s Professor Alan Tomlinson.
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Submissions wanted for 8th Aesthetica Short Film Festival
The 8th BAFTA-Recognised Aesthetica Short Film Festival (ASFF) is now open for entries.
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Creative industries contribution to economy leaps by £7bn in 2016
The creative industries made a record contribution to the economy in 2016. Read More
Media staff win prestigious UK Audio Production Awards
Huge congratulations to Senior Lecturer Dr Lance Dann who won the Gold award for Best Drama Producer and Marley Cole, Workshop Media Manager, who won the Bronze award for Best Sound Designer. Read More
Don’t miss New Note Orchestra’s ‘Solace’ performance
Artist and composer, and our Deputy Head of the School of Media, Conall Gleeson performs with this brilliant orchestra whose members are in recovery from drug and substance abuse (25 Nov, 6.30pm). Read More
CineCity Festival 10-26 November
The 15th festival takes it’s inspiration from the 70th anniversary of Brighton Rock and sees two weeks of previews, exhibitions, live scores, Q&As, workshops and special events. Read More
Exclusive Fox Fisher screening at Grand Parade
Trans activist and MA Squential Design/Illustration graduate Fox Fisher will be participating in a Q&A following a screening of their documentary I AM THEY, which focuses on non binary trans issues on 28 November. Read More
Film and Screen Studies lecturer introduces Wallace and Gromit at Dukes
Dr Ewan Kirkland will be giving an introduction to the famous Nick Park movie during half term at Brighton’s beloved Duke of York’s cinema on Fri 20 Oct, 11am. Read More
British Science Festival 2017
Tuesday 5 September sees the launch of this festival that is SO much more than it sounds – the city of Brighton is host to this year’s event, with over 150 free events asking the big questions and featuring names such as Lauren Laverne and Professor Jim Al-Khalili. Not to be missed!
Women over 50s Festival
The University of Brighton will be hosting 50+ short films, Q&As, workshops and talks celebrating older women in front of and behind the camera next month. Read More
Entries open for students at RTS Awards 2018
The Royal Television Society’s annual awards include student categories for Animation, Comedy & Entertainment, Drama, Factual, News and Short Feature.
Brighton Big Screen to show films by students this summer
Six University of Brighton students will be showing their own films during the popular beach film series. Read More
Masters Show 2017
The first part of the Masters Show, showcasing the work of PG students on MA Fine Art, MA Digital Media Arts and MA Inclusive Arts Practice, starts on July 8 running until July 15.
‘I, Daniel Blake’ screening, Monday 29 May 9pm
Lecturer in Media Theory Dr Theodore Koulouris has organised a screening of Ken Loach’s award-winning film at the Duke at Komedia. Read More
Graduates 2017: Eliott Mussi
“My work has taken influence from the methods and techniques from the Dada and Surrealist movements, currently furthering an exploration into the unconscious mind, studying thought, ideas and creating connections between esoteric knowledge and the contemporary world.”
Graduates 2017: Dale John Allen
“My work explores themes surrounding social-politics of representation, particularly within the LGBT community, as well a creating work to challenge the stigma surrounding mental illness.”
Media school hosts Brighton Fringe show
The University of Brighton’s new photography and film learning centre will be open to the public during the Brighton Fringe for the first time. Read More
Entries open for It’s Nice That’s graduates comp!
If you’re a student in the UK about to complete an art or design-related undergraduate course then get involved. Read More
Graduates 2017: Judith Ricketts
“The project explored the politics of diversity of European nationals based in Brighton in response to Brexit. I photographed eight people. People were very scared. It was very palpable. I asked them how they felt – you’re in a place that you think is home and it’s no longer home.” Read More
The Cult in Screen Culture talk
What constitutes a ‘cult’ film? Hear our Film & Screen Studies degree team examine this question on Saturday 6 May, 6.30-7.30 at Sallis Benney Theatre. Read More
Edward Street looking good on Floornature website
Our newest development, once a tired office block, is highlighted by Floornature architecture magazine. Read More
Graduate Show 2017: follow our students
The annual University of Brighton Graduate Show runs from June 3-11 and turns the university into the largest art venue in the South of England. Read More
Exploration of Cult Media as part of packed University programme at Brighton Fringe
The University is exploring what makes cult media as part of the University’s sponsored events at the Brighton Fringe in May. Read More
Artist talk: Esther Teichmann, Wednesday 3 May, 5.30pm
Esther Teichmann, an artist who uses still and moving image, collage and painting, will be talking about her work at an Edward Street event which is free to University of Brighton students. Read More
Symposium: Nostalgia in Art, Media and Popular Culture
The 2nd annual Film & Screen Studies Symposium is at Edward Street on Friday 28 April, 1 – 5.30pm. All welcome! Read More
Graduate Shows 2017 – use #brightonshow17
Part of the Graduate Shows this year? If you’re posting to social media about the build up, your work, your exhibition, then use #brightonshow17. Read More
