An independent film festival is a festival that focuses on showcasing films that are independently produced, outside of the mainstream Hollywood studio system. These films often have smaller budgets, and may be created by first-time filmmakers or by established filmmakers working outside of the studio system. The festivals provide a platform for these films to be seen by audiences and industry professionals, and can also be a way for independent filmmakers to gain recognition and distribution for their work.
Additionally, London has many other film festivals throughout the year, such as:
London Indian Film Festival
Bafta
London East Asia Film Festival
Raindance Film Festival
London Short Film Festival
BFI
The Breaking-TV Film Festival
London Comedy Film Festival
London Arabic Film Festival
The Docuworld Film Festival
Many of these festivals are niche, focusing on a specific genre, language or region but all of them provide a platform for filmmakers and audiences to discover new talents and voices in the film industry.