Join us for a day packed with opportunities to network, gain insights from industry experts and create new relationships in the filmmaking world. Whether you’re just starting out or are already established in the industry, this is an event you don’t want to miss!
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Timetable
- 12:45-14:00 / CFF’s Annual State of the Industry Panel
- 14:15-15:15 / BFI NETWORK South East: Short Film Showcase
- 15:30-16:30 / BFI NETWORK South East: Behind the Shorts: Meet the Filmmakers
- 16:45-17:45 / BFI NETWORK South East: In Conversation With Charlotte Regan (Scrapper)
- From 17:45 / Networking Drinks
CFF’S STATE OF THE INDUSTRY PANEL 12:45-14:00
CFF’s Annual State of the Industry Panel brings together professionals from across the sector to explore the key developments in the film industry over the past year. With BSL interpretation.
SARA PUTT
is Chair of BAFTA, a Trustee of the Film and TV Charity and serves on the British Film Commission’s Advisory Board. She established Sara Putt Associates in 1989, the leading UK agency representing behind the camera technical and production talent, and has worked there as MD and Agent ever since.
TOLU STEDFORD
is Executive Producer and CEO of Story Compound, a production company and consultancy amplifying untold stories from the global majority. Named a Breakthrough Leader by The TV Collective (2025) and part of Film London’s Breaking the Glass Ceiling (2023), she is also a BAFTA Connect member and serves on multiple boards and councils championing equity and inclusion.
TINA GHARAVI
is a BAFTA-nominated filmmaker, born in Tehran and raised across the UK and US. Known for bold, emotionally charged stories that challenge convention, her debut I Am Nasrine (2012) was an acclaimed portrait of exile. She directed Queen Cleopatra (2023) for Netflix and the upcoming Virginia Woolf’s Night & Day (2025), and is also founder of Bridge + Tunnel, as well as being a Professor at Newcastle University.
LUC ROEG
is the CEO of London based production and sales company, INDEPENDENT ENTERTAINMENT. He has produced numerous films, many premiering at major festivals worldwide, including Carol Morley’s Out of Blue (2018) and The Falling (2014), the critically acclaimed We Need to Talk About Kevin (2011), directed by Lynne Ramsay, and David Cronenberg’s Spider (2002), among others.
BFI NETWORK South East - BEHIND THE SHORTS: MEET THE FILMMAKERS
15:30-16:30
Hear from the filmmakers whose short films were made possible with BFI NETWORK South East funding, as they share their journeys from getting funding to the big screen, and the stories behind bringing their films to life.
With BSL interpretation.
BFI NETWORK South East - FEATURE FOCUS: IN CONVERSATION WITH CHARLOTTE REGAN (SCRAPPER)
16:45-17:45
Join us for a Q&A with Charlotte Regan, director of the award-winning debut feature Scrapper (2023), who will discuss her creative process. This is a unique opportunity to gain insight from a filmmaker who has transitioned from making shorts to a feature. Come along to hear about her experiences navigating the film industry.
With BSL interpretation.
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CFF Industry Day is a 'Pay What You Can Afford' event.
We suggest a contribution of £10, but please feel free to adjust this amount to whatever feels right for you, whether it's a little more to support our efforts or a minimum of £3, if that better suits your budget.
Every contribution makes a difference, and we appreciate your support!
FILM HUB South East - FILM FESTIVAL ROUNDTABLE
11:45-14:45
Hosted by Film Hub South East, this event brings together the region’s festival organisers to hear from guest speakers, discuss challenges and share knowledge to develop more successful festivals.
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BFI Film Academy - OFF-SET
11:45-12:45
A SESSION ON FILM CAREERS OUTSIDE OF PRODUCTION | For ages 16-25
Love film but curious about careers beyond filmmaking? Join this friendly event to hear early-career speakers discuss their roles in marketing, distribution and festivals. This will include a free lunch after the session.
Industry Day is in partnership with
