In 2021, the 8th edition of WoFF aspires to bring more audiences, filmmakers and industry professionals together, creating a platform to exchange ideas, showcase their work and most importantly talk on film and new trends in the industry, women filmmakers of today and independent film production in Europe, the US and beyond. 2020 has been a challenging year for everyone and the creative industries, including film festivals and events. With our eighth edition in 2021, we hope to bring our audiences again close to each other, introduce new programmes, including a food film element and additional workshops, animation masterclasses and pitch panel sessions to increase accessibility and give stage to a larger number of talent.
Our focus remains on independent cinema from all over the world, by showcasing the work of first feature filmmakers, women directors and eastern European cinema in our three main sections, First Features, The Female Perspective & Focus on Balkan Cinema, respectively. We also continue supporting the world of animation, with our 4th Animation Day in Glasgow, in collaboration with our partners Animaze and Animated Women UK. Film screenings, panels, talks, youth workshops, Virtual Reality and networking events that will excite everyone, complete the programme!
As part of our annual activity, in June 2021 WoFF collaborates with the Council for European Studies of the Columbia University in NYC to organise the 4th EuropeNow Festival, a film event as part of their annual conference, held in Reykjavik, Iceland. More info and instructions on how to submit is available on our website.
The festival has eight categories in competition:
*First Feature Film Competition
*Feature Film Competition (First Features are not considered in this category, please submit in First Feature Competition)
*Short Film Competition
*Feature in the Female Perspective Competition
*Short Film in Female Perspective Competition
*Feature Film: Focus on Balkan Cinema
*Short Film: Focus on Balkan Cinema
*Best Animation Feature & Short
In addition we will hold our fourth pitching forum during the 2021 festival. Filmmakers / producers who wish to participate can submit under the respective category.
WoFF: World of Film International Festival is Glasgow’s annual independent film event, held in October, and currently in its eighth edition. Our main focus is to promote independent international cinema and new talent from Scotland, the UK and beyond. Our aim is to bring local and Scottish audiences together with filmmakers, producers, artists and cinema enthusiasts from all around the world, in an attempt to discover new talent, showcase their work and generate ideas for future projects. WoFF is a non-profit organisation bringing audiences a step closer to international independent cinema and giving voice to young artists.
In more detail, the WoFF 2021 programme will include the following sections (please check regularly the website for news and updates):
First Feature Competition: Successful submissions from first feature film directors.
Feature Film Competition: Successful submissions in the feature film category.
The Female Perspective (In competition): Showcasing the work of independent women filmmakers.
Focus on Balkan Cinema: A selection of short and feature films from Eastern European countries, with communities and issues from those regions in the spotlight.
Special Screenings (Out of Competition): A selection of films known from the festival circuit.
Animation Day in Glasgow: Filmmakers from the UK and beyond will bring the UK audiences closer to animation. A day dedicated to animation projects, animation panel discussions and workshops.
Our special programmes include workshops, masterclasses, live events and special cinema and art exhibitions.
The above will be surrounded by Q&As, panel discussions & networking events with attending filmmakers and film industry professionals.
* Best First Feature
* Best Feature (excluding first features)
* Best Short
* Best Film: The Female Perspective
* Best Short: The Female Perspective
* Best Feature Film: Focus on Balkan Cinema
* Best Short Film: Focus on Balkan Cinema
* Best Animation: Short & Feature Film