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Looking back at SFW23: Launch Night

With just one event left to go – The traditional Film Week Quiz! at Mettricks, Guildhall – We take a look back at the Launch Night

Written by Nathan Jeffree (Southampton Film Week Volunteer)

On Friday 10th November, the sixteenth annual Southampton Film Week held its launch night. Filmmakers, aspiring filmmakers, and those who just simply love film came together at MAST Mayflower Studios to experience the works from the array of creative talents who call Southampton – shortlisted in 2022 to become the United Kingdom’s City of Culture in 2025 – home. It is my privilege to have been given the opportunity to write this blog post about my experience at the event and I also wish to explain why events such as Southampton Film Week are vital for both the expansion of filmmaking opportunities as well as the preservation of film going forward.   

New – Monthly Writer’s Group with City Eye

The City Eye Writers’ Group is a monthly session open to anyone interested in writing for film and digital media, including TV and games. The group gives writers a chance to share their work and hone their skills, receive feedback, or even spark collaboration with their peers. Attendees are encouraged to bring their scripts and ideas with them and be willing to share for the best possible experience.