BIFA's Nomination Committee advises and makes recommendations on rules, categories and voting processes. Its main function is as the core of the nominations process. The Committee is comprised of the chairs of the voting sub-committees. As such they have final say on eligibility, they share information from their sub-committees about the best films that their group has seen, and they confirm the long list and nominations, based on the votes of all BIFA voters.
This award highlights innovation, uniqueness of vision, maverick filmmaking and risk-taking, generally in fiction films with a budget under £500k.
Awarded to the Production Designer.
This category is for all stages of film sound production, from design to capture, mixing and post-production. Sound Designers and Supervising Sound Editors may be listed as nominees.
A variety of sponsorship opportunities are available which place your company not only in the direct view of the film industry, but also public view nationwide, as well as supporting and encouraging the development of new independent film in the UK.
"The evening was a rare mix: professional, relaxed, fun and spontaneous, with virtually the entire upper echelon of the UK film industry in one place to celebrate and network. The show’s production was terrific and Variety’s presence was bolstered by first-rate signage, graphics and participation in the programme. It was a tremendous morale booster for our London staff because it demonstrated both our company’s commitment to the UK film scene and our critical role in the community’s business. As we say at Variety: 'Kudos!'"
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Digital Cinema Media (DCM) is the market leader in UK cinema advertising, providing 3,107 screens at 485 sites for advertisers. DCM sells 81% of the cinema advertising market through exhibitors including Cineworld, ODEON, Vue, Picturehouse Cinemas, Curzon and many other leading independent cinemas.
The power of cinema is its ability to reach and engage audiences with no distractions. The biggest screen, a dark room, the best sound and impactful content means cinemagoers are engaged and ready to be told stories, so that brands have an unrivalled opportunity to entertain and connect with them. In the last few years, cinema advertising has also become easier to plan and buy, with greater flexibility and more affordable rates, shorter production lead times and improved sound and picture quality.
Electric Robin is a creative independent production company producing impactful and arresting content for broadcast and online. As part of the Endemol Shine Group, we frequently work with high profile brands, broadcasters and independents across a diverse range of genres spanning fashion, beauty, food, comedy and sport to name a handful.
GSP Events Ltd
GSP have created and managed bespoke events since 1997. We are widely regarded as a market-leading boutique events agency with an outstanding reputation and we pride ourselves on our creativity, attention to detail and passion for delivering amazing experiences. From large scale film premiere productions & perfectly produced charity fundraisers to creative corporate events & intimate private parties, each event is designed to achieve maximum impact & is bespoke to every client.
The British Independent Film Awards highlight and reward the best, most innovative and creative independent filmmaking and filmmakers in the UK. We identify and encourage emerging talent, support and celebrate the independent film community and promote British film and talent to the public.
