2 Counties Independent Film Festival

03/06/2026

2CIFF Film Festival is all about bringing people and stories together, but what is our overall mission? 👇

This new brand festival celebrates worldwide filmmaking talent alongside local creators from Buckinghamshire and Bedfordshire. It connects filmmakers, audiences, and professionals through screenings, workshops, panels, and awards during its inaugural August 21st-23rd, 2026, weekend. By hosting at MK Gallery and Sky Room Cinema in central Milton Keynes, it fosters community in a vibrant, accessible hub that draws global attendees.

2CIFF screens up to 100 selected films, including action shorts and features eligible for awards like the Action Award. Events feature inspiring creative spaces for emerging voices to network and grow, building lasting connections between storytellers and viewers. Its summer outdoor vibes and easy transport links make it a welcoming spot for UK and international filmmakers to share passion and collaborate.

I bet you’re wondering why Milton Keynes?

As Europe's fastest-growing urban area and home to creative industries, MK hosts this event to champion indie innovation and expand year-on-year toward associated festival status. 🫶

Submit your films now to join this community uniting bold stories with diverse audiences.

Become a sponsor and be part of something magical. 🪄

🎞Submit your film - https://filmfreeway.com
🎟Get your tickets - https://2ciff.com/

02/06/2026

Dont miss this super interview with Colin Skevington - he talks to Selina Dunn about his film making journey. 🎞️🎬

⏯️ https://youtu.be/-Y8b-dyMznY

02/06/2026

The 2CIFF team tell Selina what their favourite films are 🎬🎞️👌

01/06/2026

01/06/2026

Come and watch the 2CIFF team talk about their favorite films - subscribe to the channel and watch the other podcasts - all about film, how to navigate the film festival circuit, snippets and advice and interesting guests.

⏯️ https://youtu.be/QixiKKVwD3k

What the 2CIFF crew's favorite films are, Selina asks the difficult questions!

01/06/2026

Check out our new podcast series on YouTube.

We will be building up to the festival with some great interviews of everyone involved, we will be supporting THE FILM LAB ( networking event ) on eventbrite and inviting some awesome guests to talk about Independent film, film festival survival and what’s involved in making film - lets see where it takes us 🛫🎞️🙌

https://www.youtube.com/

28/05/2026

Meet Aman Dhillon, our 2CIFF Festival Co-Producer / Director 🎉🎞🎬

27/05/2026

We’re delighted to welcome Peter Pedrero to the 2CIFF judging panel. VIP Speaker & Special Guest Judge 🎥🤝🥳

Peter is an internationally acclaimed Stunt Coordinator, 2nd Unit Action Director, and performer with a remarkable career spanning nearly 40 years. His journey began at just 14, shooting his own action sequences on a Super 8 camera - the spark that ignited a lifelong passion for filmmaking.

Since then, Peter has built an extraordinary body of work across film and television, contributing to major productions including:

🎬 Harry Potter
🎬 The Bourne Ultimatum
🎬 Game of Thrones (Season IV)
🎬 28 Days Later
🎬 The Hitman’s Bodyguard

His achievements include two Ta**us World Stunt Award nominations, multiple Screen Actors Guild Awards, an Emmy, and induction into the Hollywood Stuntmen’s Hall of Fame in 2005 - a testament to his impact on the global stunt community.

Peter’s expertise also extends into high‑profile commercial work, most notably his instrumental role in Volvo’s iconic “Epic Split” campaign featuring Jean‑Claude Van Damme, one of the most celebrated adverts of the decade. He continues to coordinate large‑scale campaigns for leading international brands.

Alongside his work in Hollywood and Europe, Peter has written and directed action sequences for Hindi, Tamil, and Malayalam cinema, further showcasing his versatility and global reach.

Still actively performing, his recent credits include DC’s Clayface, Channel 4’s The Siege, Netflix’s Eloise, and stunt coordination on The Butler and We Came By.

We’re thrilled to have Peter’s insight, creativity, and world‑class experience supporting this year’s 2CIFF as a VIP Speaker and Guest Judge. 🥳

Get your tickets, don't miss out on an amazing weekend, interacting with incredible people - bringing stories and people together.

➡➡➡https://2ciff.com/

26/05/2026

Calling all visionary filmmakers! 🎬💫

Get your film submitted now! Once selected for the 2 Counties Film Festival, your work will compete for our Visual Effects Award, judged by leading VFX professionals who understand the craft behind unforgettable on‑screen magic. 🏆

From seamless compositing and digital artistry to dynamic simulations, CGI, and boundary‑pushing effects, this award celebrates the teams who turn imagination into reality - frame by frame.

Honour the VFX artists and crews who elevate stories with innovation, precision, and visual wonder.

Submit your film and let your effects speak louder than words. 🌟🎥 👇🏼

https://filmfreeway.com/