QUEER BATH FILM FESTIVAL

Presented by The Holburne Future Collective in partnership with Film Bath and Queer Bath

Get ready for a full day of queer cinema, creativity, and community as we launch the very first Queer Bath Film Festival — a brand‑new platform championing emerging LGBTQ+ filmmakers and celebrating the richness of queer storytelling.

Hosted at the Holburne Museum, this one‑day festival brings together bold new voices, filmmakers, and iconic queer cinema in one unforgettable programme.

Short Film Showcase — 3pm

Tickets £6 / £4 open concession – book here 

We open the festival with a vibrant selection of shortlisted short films created by talented young and emerging queer filmmakers. Curated by an expert panel — including BAFTA members, the Director of Film Bath, the Director of Reel Life Monsters, and members of the producing team — these films spotlight the breadth of contemporary queer storytelling.

Winners of the showcase will be announced during an exclusive reception, where several prizes will be given, including the Audience Choice Award, voted for by you.

In the Frame: Queer Stories on Screen — 5.30pm

Tickets £8 / £6 open concession – book here 

What role does cinema play in telling queer stories? As queer narratives gain greater visibility on screen, questions remain about who gets to tell these stories, how cinema shapes their expression, and which voices are still underrepresented. In the Frame brings together established queer filmmakers and industry experts in conversation to reflect on the history and evolution of queer cinema, the craft of filmmaking, and the power of film as a medium for queer narratives. 

Feature Screening: Portrait of a Lady on Fire — 8pm

Tickets £10 / £5 full‑time students – book here 

We close the festival with a special screening of Céline Sciamma’s modern masterpiece Portrait of a Lady on Fire, shown in the Holburne’s atmospheric Picture Gallery — surrounded by historic portraits for a truly unique cinematic experience.

🤝 Networking & Community

Throughout the day, festival‑goers can meet filmmakers, connect with creatives, and share ideas with industry professionals. Whether you’re a film lover, an emerging artist, or simply curious, this is a space to celebrate queer cinema and the people who make it happen.

🌟 We can’t wait to welcome you to the first ever Queer Bath Film Festival — a celebration of creativity, community, and the stories that move us.