Moving Image

by John Bellingall

ABOUT – Moving Image Film is where it began — but the moving image is where it is going. Building on the success of Cheltenham Film Festival, we are expanding into new creative territories that reflect how audiences experience storytelling today. Through Cheltenham Film Festival Plus, we will present a year-round programme embracing not only film but also television, music, comedy, and interactive media — including games and immersive experiences….

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Cheltenham International Film Festival – Unplugged

by John Bellingall

Reimagining the film festival experience Cheltenham International Film Festival celebrated its seventh edition in 2025 with a bold new strand — Unplugged — taking the magic of cinema directly to audiences in diverse community spaces in and around Cheltenham and neighbouring film-loving towns. From cinemas and theatres to pubs, church halls, schools, colleges, universities, and even restaurants, Unplugged transformed the festival experience by bringing film to both traditional and unexpected…

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Cheltenham International Film Festival launches new-look Cineyouth programme

by John Bellingall

Inspiring the next generation of filmmakers and film lovers Cheltenham International Film Festival (CIFF) has unveiled a bold new look for its CineYouth strand, complete with a trademarked name and vibrant new logo. CineYouth is dedicated to inspiring and engaging young people from diverse backgrounds through film screenings, workshops, and industry-led events. For 2025, CineYouth will offer a dynamic mix of activities — from showcasing short films by emerging young…

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Monty Python & The Holy Grail 50th Anniversary

by John Bellingall

TERRY GILLIAM TO MARK 50th ANNIVERSARY OF MONTY PYTHON AND THE HOLY GRAIL AT CHELTENHAM INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL A very silly celebration with one of cinema’s most imaginative storytellers. Cheltenham International Film Festival (CIFF) is delighted to announce that legendary filmmaker Terry Gilliam will join the 2025 Festival to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Monty Python and the Holy Grail. The landmark comedy, first released in 1975, remains one of…

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