Sky Arts Film Festival

10/20/2025

Year 4 in the books! Thanks to all the filmmakers, volunteers, sponsors, and attendees who make this event special! See you for year 5 in 2026!

10/17/2025

Our masterclass tomorrow is changing due to an illness. We will now be doing a double masterclass. First with about lens. Second with amd about what to look for in festivals as a filmmaker.

10/17/2025

Immediately after Loggerheads will be a Q&A with director Tim Kirkman!

Then a showing of his new film

10/17/2025

Loggerheads + Q&A with Director Tim Kirkman

Saturday, October 18 • 4:30 PM • The Capitol

Award-winning filmmaker Tim Kirkman joins us for a special screening of Loggerheads — a deeply human story of connection and redemption.
Stay after the film for a live Q&A with the director himself.

🎟️ Saturday at 4:30 PM at The Capitol Theatre.
A must-see event for film lovers and storytellers alike.

10/16/2025

10/16/2025

Short Film Block: Experimental & Documentary

Saturday, October 18 • 2:30 PM • The Capitol

Curious minds, this one’s for you.
Explore the boundary between art and truth in our Experimental & Documentary short film block — a showcase of bold perspectives and real-world storytelling.

🎥 Saturday at 2:30 PM at The Capitol Theatre.
Challenge your perspective. Expand your world.

10/15/2025

Masterclass: VFX for All Budgets with Alan Collins

Saturday, October 18 • 11 AM • The Capitol

You don’t need Hollywood money to create Hollywood magic.
Join visual effects artist Alan Collins for a hands-on masterclass on creating stunning VFX — no matter your budget.

⚙️ Saturday at 11 AM — The Capitol Theatre.
Perfect for indie filmmakers, editors, and creatives ready to level up their craft.

10/14/2025

👻 2. Short Film Block: We’re All Afraid of the Same Things

Friday, October 17 • 6:30 PM • The Capitol

Fear. Mystery. Humanity.
Dive into the eerie, the emotional, and the unexpected in this chilling short film block.
Perfect for fans of thrillers, horror, and the stories that stay with you long after the credits roll.

🎬 Friday at 6:30 PM — The Capitol Theatre.
Come if you dare.

10/13/2025

🎬 1. Short Film Block: A Box of Chocolates

Friday, October 17 • 3:30 PM • The Capitol

🍫 You never know what you’re gonna get…
Join us for a handpicked mix of short films that’ll make you laugh, cry, and everything in between.
Experience stories from across the world—bite-sized, bold, and beautifully told.

🎟️ Don’t miss it — Friday at 3:30 PM at The Capitol Theatre.

10/12/2025

Kicking off the festival on Friday at 12pm!

Join actor and coach Laura Holloway for an insightful conversation about the director-actor relationship. Learn how to communicate effectively on set, build trust, and create a performance environment where actors thrive. Ideal for directors and cinematographers looking to elevate the emotional depth of their scenes.

Laura Holloway is a working TV and film actress, acting teacher, and coach with over two decades of professional training and experience. She began her studies at Uta Hagen’s HB Studios in New York before completing the full-time conservatory at the Atlantic Acting School under renowned artists like David Mamet, Felicity Huffman, and William H. Macy. After nearly a decade in Los Angeles as an actor and producer, she deepened her craft with top studios including Howard Fine and Ivana Chubbuck’s, ultimately training for years with Gregory Berger-Sobeck. Most recently, she explored The Method with the legendary Tony Greco. A longtime member of IAMA Theatre Company and SAG-AFTRA, Laura also co-hosts The Actor’s Helpline podcast, bringing her wealth of knowledge as both teacher and coach to help actors sharpen their craft and unlock powerful performances.

10/11/2025

Film friends! SAFF25 is next weekend. Over the next several days we’ll be posting info about the festival. Visit our website in bio to learn more!