MIKE NEWELL RECEIVES KIFF FELLOWSHIP AWARD
The inaugural KIFF Fellowship Award was presented to Mike Newell at the 2026 Gala Awards Evening. There could be no more deserving recipient than Mike, KIFF’s first Patron and one of Britain’s most acclaimed directors. His distinguished career includes directing Four Weddings and a Funeral, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Donnie Brasco, and […]
AN AUDIENCE WITH MIKE LEIGH
What a privilege it was for KIFF to welcome legendary British writer, director and producer Mike Leigh for a special conversation with Adrian Wootton OBE, Chief Executive of the British Film Commission and Film London. Having two OBEs on the KIFF stage made the occasion even more memorable. During a fascinating and insightful discussion, Adrian […]
FIVE PHENOMENAL YEARS!
This year marks a significant milestone for Kingston International Film Festival as we celebrate our fifth anniversary. The incredible hard work of our team, combined with the steadfast support of the Royal Borough of Kingston, our partners, the Rose Theatre, filmmakers, and the wider Kingston community, has helped us reach this achievement. It is a […]
Pride Kicks Off at Rose
KIFF IS KICKING OFF PRIDE MONTH at the Rose Theatre with BEING SEEN a vibrant programme of short films celebrating LGBTQ+-themes, with an opening from the fab dance group Unapologetic. This won’t be just any trip to the flicks! But a night out to remember! Dress to impress in your finest apparel. Saturday 6 June […]
INTERVIEW WITH OUR PATRON: India Amarteifio
The actor on Kingston International Film Festival, life after Queen Charlotte, and why she’s drawn to independent film Full interview Click Here
AN AUDIENCE WITH LEGENDARY FILMMAKER MIKE LEIGH
“I’m honoured to be a guest of the Kingston Film Festival, and to accept the Festival’s Independent Spirit Award. The festival’s achievements are impressive, not least in their support of independent cinema and of young filmmakers in London. And I very much look forward to sharing my work with their enthusiastic audience.” Mike Leigh Few […]
KIFF PRESENTS WORLD PREMIERE: 25 MILES TO NORMAL
This US comedy/drama stars Rachel Nichols (Continuum, GI Joe-Rise of the Cobra); Bruce Davison (X-Men, Ozark); Ed Begley Jnr (Arrested Development, A Mighty Wind); Michelle Hurd (Star Trek: Picard, Blindspot) 25 Miles To Normal brings festive chaos, family dysfunction and emotional twists together in a sharp, darkly funny reinvention of the family drama. Premiering at […]
ANNOUNCING THE PITCH TO SCREEN AWARD
FIND OUT MORE THE HUNT BEGINS FOR TOMORROW’S AWARD-WINNING SCREENWRITERS THURSDAY 22nd JANUARY 2026 YOUR STORY ON THE BIG SCREEN Building on the success of our Script to Screen Award, we have now joined forces with 1st FEATURES and together we are excited to introduce a new Award – THE PITCH TO SCREEN AWARD The […]
WORK EXPERIENCE OPPORTUNITIES WITH KIFF
We’re so excited to work with students from the London Film Academy, offering work experience placements for people who truly love film. During the months they spend with us, these talented students get hands-on experience across so many parts of what we do — from editing and filming to marketing, content creation, and festival preparation. […]
Where are they now?
I was first introduced to David and KIFF in 2021, at the beginning of the inaugural festival. Since then, my career has grown and developed in many ways. I’m grateful to have attended and been part of the festival each year, connecting with fellow filmmakers, absorbing the incredible shorts, and learning the ins and outs […]