BFI FAN is proud to unveil the new UK-wide season for 2027 – Sound of Cinema – celebrating the sonic half of the cinema-going experience; and how it works with visuals to create a unique, dynamic and immersive whole.
Taking place May – Oct 2027, the season will mark the centenary of synchronised sound which gave birth to the cinema experience we now all enjoy. We will explore and celebrate how this innovation created a unique creative space for musicians, composers and directors.
It will showcase those game-changing films whose soundtracks uniquely work with the moving image to create a distinctive cinematic experience as well as exploring how musicians and directors have continued to push the cinematic sonic boundaries.
What and when is the Sound of Cinema Sprint?
Dates: Wed 2 Dec 10.30am – 3pm at Watershed, 1 Canon’s Rd, Bristol BS1 5TX
FAN members are invited to Watershed, Bristol on Wednesday 2nd December to join in a sprint event with the CrossFAN Programme team and experts involved to find out more and explore how you might develop your own activity as part of this UK wide programme.
This is also a chance to share ideas and connect with other film exhibitors that are also interested in developing this type of programme ahead of the deadline for applications (date tbc March 2027.) A draft of the Sound of Cinema Creative Brief and Guidelines including an indicative menu of titles will be shared ahead of the sprint with more information.
The presentations will start at 11am with teas/coffees beforehand and will end by 3pm. A vegan lunch will be provided.
Who can attend?
Any FAN members can apply to attend subject to capacity. You might just want to find out more about potential menu titles available; or would like to develop a bespoke programme in your location. Get involved!
If you have an idea that you think could work for several exhibitors across the UK and expertise in this area, please get in touch as soon as possible ahead of the sprint with ti.s@watershed.co.uk
Please register your attendance and please do feel free to pass the registration form to anyone else who you think might be interested by Friday 23 October.
In-person spaces will be limited but there will be an online option to view the opening presentation if you’re unable to make it in person.
Where is this taking place?
The event takes place at Watershed in Bristol. Find out more about how to get there and access provision.
Travel and accommodation can be covered by bursaries which you can request as part of the registration process.
If you have any questions and/or access requirements, please contact Ti Singh at ti.s@watershed.co.uk