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…

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…

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…

Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon Our next screening is Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon which takes place at the Irving Studio, The Everyman Theatre, on 28 January, on the eve of Chinese New Year 2025. “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon” received widespread acclaim for its narrative, direction, cinematography, and martial arts choreography. The film garnered over 40 awards and was nominated for 10 Academy Awards in 2001, including Best Picture. It won four…

Thursday 31st October
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Friday 1st November
19:30