“Bring an open mind and prepare to be engaged: Bath Film Festival is not somewhere you go to be neutral, it’s somewhere you go to participate”
Ken Loach – FilmBath patron
Welcome to FilmBath, the heart of the film world in Bath and home of Bath Film Festival, the F-Rating, the IMDb Awards, Movie at the Museum & more.
About Us
Why are we here?
Our purpose is to celebrate and champion diverse voices and stories in film, and to inspire, educate and entertain audiences in Bath and beyond.
What do we want to do?
Our mission is to increase our reach and impact by curating and delivering an annual film festival and year-round programme of screenings, events and activities that showcase the best of independent world cinema, as well as emerging and underrepresented filmmakers.
Where do we want to be?
Our mission is to be recognised as a film industry innovator and city-wide cultural force by enriching the lives of our community of film lovers and makers.
Our Values
Inclusivity: We welcome and respect people of all backgrounds, identities and abilities, and we strive to create a safe and accessible space for everyone to enjoy film.
Quality: We are committed to presenting high-quality films and events that reflect our passion, expertise and professionalism.
Creativity: We are always looking for new and exciting ways to engage with film and our
audiences, and we encourage and support creative expression and experimentation.
Collaboration: We work in partnership with local, national and international organisations and individuals who share our vision and values, and we value the input and feedback of our staff, volunteers and audiences.
Our Activity
FilmBath is the umbrella organisation which has five constituent parts:
Bath Film Festival screens the best new and upcoming films from around the world with a stimulating and eclectic programme of films, workshops, and film events in venues across Bath and beyond.
The F-Rating champions women in the industry by highlighting films directed by, written by, and starring women with a Fairtrade-type stamp.
The IMDb Awards support and reward emerging talent with the Script to Screen Award and the New Filmmaker Award.
Our Pop-up Screenings show a range of special events in collaboration with other organisations and popular films in brilliant locations.