Caribbean International Film Fest

A volunteer-led community cinema in the UK, screening & celebrating Caribbean films.

[Rolling Stone @RollingStone]

Jimmy Cliff, the soulful reggae legend who helped spread the genre’s reach from Jamaica to the world with "The Harder They Come," "Many Rivers to Cross" and much more, has died at the age of 81.

Story: https://t.co/iKVGH61DSZ

[BFI @BFI]

We’re looking for emerging film writers from underrepresented communities to take part in our annual #LFF Critics Mentorship Programme.

To apply search 'Critics Mentorship' on our jobs site: https://t.co/K7ypz2zqAq

Photo: Tristan Fewings/Getty Images

[Caribbean International Film Fest @CaribbeanUp]

When we envision Barbadian fisherfolk, we don't often see the resilient women dedicating their lives to this tough but rewarding industry🪝🇧🇧 This captivating behind-the-scenes peek by @UNDPBarbadosEC & Jawade Elibox is part of #CIFF2024's film lineup!
https://t.co/jboZGbpNF6

[Caribbean International Film Fest @CaribbeanUp]

Have you ever seen a Caribbean vampire film? 🧛🏾‍♀️🇧🇸In this fantasy story 'Tingum' from the Bahamas, a young girl desperately tries to save her parents' rocky marriage. This beautiful film by @lavadostubbs will be screened this Saturday, Sept 21st! #CIFF2024 https://t.co/jboZGbpNF6

[Caribbean International Film Fest @CaribbeanUp]

In 'Un Dia' by Nathan Legger, the owner of a restaurant in happy Aruba struggles to keep her business afloat as she faces personal and professional issues🇦🇼
Watch this & other Caribbean films at CIFF2024 on Saturday, Sept 21st at @mac_birmingham! 🍿🎟️https://t.co/YpGaklJ5CO

[Caribbean International Film Fest @CaribbeanUp]

Saturday's CIFF2024 audience can expect another vibrant snapshot coming from last year's Sweet Lime Award winner, Miquel Galofre! MAS places us right in the middle of 1 of the world's biggest carnivals 🇹🇹🎉
Experience this & more Caribbean films Sept 21st.
https://t.co/jboZGbpNF6

[Caribbean International Film Fest @CaribbeanUp]

Excited to announce this animated short for Caribbean International Film Fest! The Hip Hops is a story of disability & inclusion from the perspective of a child, based on the life of filmmaker Sandra Vivas 🇩🇴 #CIFF2024 is this Saturday, at @mac_birmingham
https://t.co/YpGaklJ5CO

[Caribbean International Film Fest @CaribbeanUp]

Living 3000 miles away from his home in Cuba, WhatsApp audio messages become Lazaro's only connection to his mother after several years of exile.
Watch #Parole by Lázaro González and other Caribbean stories at #CIFF2024 this Saturday, September 21st.
🎟️https://t.co/YpGaklJ5CO

[Caribbean International Film Fest @CaribbeanUp]

Are you familiar with the unique buzzing of Caribbean kites?🪁It can be both a source of irritation for Barbadians or a joyous hobby. "When Kites Fly" by @KwameLestrade & Keya Bartlett will be screened this Saturday at CIFF2024 in Birmingham! 🇧🇧
🎟️Tickets: https://t.co/maPO5nB84l

[Caribbean International Film Fest @CaribbeanUp]

Excited to announce that 'Trinidad Remains' will be screened at #CIFF2024! British-born Nikki and her polar-opposite Trinidadian cousin Jade embark on a personal and unexpected adventure in Trinidad and Tobago 🇹🇹 🇬🇧 Directed by @KarenM_Martinez

🎟️Tickets: https://t.co/JoLTPLMAid

[Caribbean International Film Fest @CaribbeanUp]

📢BIG NEWS📢Caribbean International Film Fest is back in Birmingham on September 21st with another brilliant batch of Caribbean films, once again in partnership with @mac_birmingham ! Tickets are now on sale but limited, so book quickly!🎟️🍿#CIFF2024 https://t.co/sRbNj2oqf6

[Caribbean International Film Fest @CaribbeanUp]

Calling all Caribbean filmmakers! Submissions are officially open for Caribbean International Film Fest 2024📽️🌴Short and feature lengths films across all genres are accepted for CIFF2024, taking place September 2024 at @mac_birmingham in the UK.
🔗https://t.co/ESlBInKn6n

[Caribbean International Film Fest @CaribbeanUp]

This month, we'll launch our call for submissions for Caribbean International Film Fest 2024 in partnership with @mac_birmingham! Comment a 🌴if you want the submission link sent directly to your inbox, or tag a filmmaker who you think should be considered! 📩 #CIFF2024

[Wayne Chen @wcchen]

Stephen Williams, #Jamaican-Canadian film and TV director, writer, and producer, born 46 years ago today on 26 Apr 1978, in #Kingston. Noted for directing ‘Chevalier’ (2022); biographical drama based on life of French-#Caribbean musician Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges, played by Kelvin Harrison Jr.
https://t.co/5ce4vKVnP6

[Caribbean International Film Fest @CaribbeanUp]

📢Join us at the 3rd TNB XPO - the annual convention from @tnbfc! Caribbean International Film Fest will be represented on the 'Caribbean Calling' Panel, happening online at 4pm GMT (⌚️12pm for the Eastern Caribbean). 
More info: https://t.co/7foD7FxtTz

[Caribbean International Film Fest @CaribbeanUp]

Are you a Midlands based director over 18 who wants to learn more about directing TV and feature films?🎬🎥 Apply to @networkfhm Directors Lab where you will learn from industry professionals and meet other filmmakers. Deadline February 2nd!
https://t.co/fxC2PE9qcB

[Caribbean International Film Fest @CaribbeanUp]

We recently contributed five brilliant #CIFF2023 shorts to the Scarborough International Film Festival under the theme Coast & Community🌊 Hear what film critics thought of our Caribbean films: https://t.co/LQ7JOgwQfq⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Big congrats to SFF + filmmakers on a job well done!

[Caribbean International Film Fest @CaribbeanUp]

'Stick Is Life' by Miquel Galofre has received the Sweet Lime Award from the Caribbean International Film Fest 2023!🏆🇹🇹This award celebrates films which capture authentic portraits of Caribbean life, set within the region, featuring fascinating, well-told stories.

[Caribbean International Film Fest @CaribbeanUp]

'Bicycle Island' by Mitra Elena has received BEST STUDENT FILM from the Caribbean International Film Fest 2023🏆🇨🇺 Big congratulations to all filmmakers in this category!🏅

[Caribbean International Film Fest @CaribbeanUp]

It was a tight race but 'Children of Mavungu' by Mirjam Marks has received BEST FEATURE FILM from the Caribbean International Film Fest 2023!🏆🇸🇷Hearty congrats to all esteemed filmmakers in this category🏅