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Part of the BFI Film Audience Network, working with exhibitors across the commercial, community and cultural film exhibition sector.

10/04/2026

FHSE Members, The Complete Cinema Marketing Course is now open!

Covering all areas of marketing, including brand building, social media strategy, and audience insights, the course will also offer marketers the opportunity to connect with industry peers.

Made up of nine modules across six months of practical learning, it’s designed so you can learn around your existing workload.

Register for the online info session, learn more about the course, and apply here: https://www.bfi-fan.org.uk/event/the-complete-cinema-marketing-course/

Open to all BFI FAN members across the UK (including Film Hub South East organisations!), applications close on Monday 18 May.

You can also learn more about joining FHSE here: https://www.independentcinemaoffice.org.uk/film-hub-south-east/become-a-hub-member/

Created by the ICO in partnership with course leaders Indigo and funded by the BFI Film Audience Network.

25/03/2026

Accessibility Across the Board is a new Online Learning Course designed to help venues and organisations implement effective changes that grow audiences and support inclusivity.

This course gives film exhibitors the practical tools to create their own disability action plan, understand the Social Model of Disability, support the range of access needs their audiences may require, and more.

Created by ICO in partnership with Charlie Little (Access Consultant, Matchbox Cine), the course draws on real-world case studies from Midlands Arts Centre (MAC), Birmingham Hippodrome, Scottish Q***r International Film Festival, and Matchbox Cine.

Find out more and enrol: https://www.independentcinemaoffice.org.uk/course/accessibility-across-the-board-online-course/

Supported by BFI FAN using National Lottery funding.

19/03/2026

Proposal submissions are now open for the 2026 BFI FAN UK-wide season, Rip It Up!

Exploring the evolution of generational rebellion in the UK from the 1950s to today, this season runs from May until October 2026.

Alongside the season’s key titles, this year, FHSE has spotlighted three films with special ties to our region:

🎥 Ish (2025)
🎥 Angus, Thongs & Perfect Snogging (2008)
🎥 A Clockwork Orange (1971)

There are three ways you can engage with the programme and access support: Menu, Bespoke, and Cross FAN.

Next steps:

Review the full programme details here: https://www.independentcinemaoffice.org.uk/film-hub-south-east/rip-it-up/

Join our Information Session with Cross FAN Programme Lead Ti Singh at 1pm on Tuesday, 31 March

11/03/2026

Funding for Film Hub South East has been officially confirmed for 2026-29!

We are pleased to announce the continuation of Hub and BFI Film Audience Network (FAN) funding, enabling us to maintain our work expanding film access, creating industry opportunities, supporting talent development for early-career filmmakers through BFI NETWORK, and more.

Following success in Peterborough, working with Gateway Film Festival to bring more community-led screenings and film events to local audiences, we’re excited to share that our next SPOTLIGHT focus will be Luton, where we’ll be working to open more opportunities for people to enjoy film together.

Thank you to the BFI and The National Lottery for your ongoing support.

05/03/2026

The Film Exhibition Fund 2026-27 is now open!

If you are thinking about submitting a proposal, make sure to read the guidelines on our website and consider joining our online information session taking place on Thursday 12 March at 11:00.

All Film Hub South East members are welcome to join the online session, where the Hub team will provide an overview of the fund and answer any questions.

Find out more about the Film Exhibition Fund and register for the online session here: https://www.independentcinemaoffice.org.uk/film-hub-south-east/film-exhibition-fund-2026-27/

The BFI Film Audience Network is supported by the National Lottery.

04/03/2026

Last chance to submit your session ideas to the BFI FAN CON Open Call!

BFI FAN is seeking session ideas and topics from its membership to help shape the BFI FAN CON programme.

Get involved by proposing to guest curate a session, sharing a case study from your organisation, or simply suggesting speakers you’d like to see or topics you’d like to see covered.

These are paid opportunities for the guest curators and case study proposals that are taken forward. We'd love to see case studies and sessions from our FHSE members and are happy to answer any questions you may have.

Submit your ideas by Monday, 9 March 2026, at 5pm.

Find all the details and submit your ideas: https://www.bfi-fan.org.uk/conference/open-call-for-sessions/

17/02/2026

Last week we held our annual FHSE Forum at BFI Southbank!

From learning about Sunrise Film Festival’s work with local organisations, business skills from Norden Farm, to Chichester Cinema and Archaeo-Heritage Film’s successful family programming and much more, it was a really insightful day that gave our members a chance to connect and explore opportunities for 2026.

A huge thank you to all of our speakers, attendees, the BFI and the National Lottery. We look forward to welcoming you again next year!

04/02/2026

Last chance to claim your spot at the Film Hub South East (FHSE) Members Forum 2026!

Join us at BFI Southbank on Tuesday, 10 February for a day of talks from industry experts, including UK box office reflections, regional case studies, advice on family programming, and more.

Exclusively for those working or volunteering in FHSE member exhibitor organisations, it’s the perfect opportunity to connect with others in the area.

Booking ends today at 5pm, register via the link in our bio now.

19/11/2025

Today, we're crossing our fingers to say a huge thanks to players, who raise £30 million every week for good causes in the UK!🤩

and , we're able to support South East film exhibitors develop new audiences, nurture new and emerging filmmaking talent in the region, and build young people’s passion for screen culture and help them develop careers in the sector.

12/11/2025

Thanks for joining our Film Festival Roundtable at !

We loved hearing from so many champions of film festivals from across our region, and thanks to our guest speakers from and for sharing your knowledge with the group.

To find out about even more opportunities from FHSE, the BFI Film Audience Network, and across the region, sign up for our e-newsletter (link in bio).

18/06/2025

Funding applications are now open for Too Much: Melodrama on Film💃

Delivered in partnership with the BFI, Too Much celebrates the visual excess, dramatic potency and emotional intensity of melodrama, coming to venues across the UK from October to December.

Visit the link in bio to find out more, and register for our information session on 24 June to hear from the FHSE team about how you can get involved with this swoon-worthy season!🔗

Images:
All That Heaven Allows (1955)
Stella Dallas (1937)
Johnny Guitar (1954)
Volver (2006)

06/03/2025

Don't forget - applications for Revisiting Your Cinema Business Model close tomorrow!

Acknowledging the pressure cinemas are facing, this BFI FAN course offers cinema leaders practical strategies to help organisations survive, consolidate and thrive. Apply today and develop your sustainable business model through structured learning and a six-month bespoke mentorship.

Find out more, watch the information session and submit your application through the link in our bio.

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9 Bickels Yard, 151-153 Bermondsey Street, Bermondsey
London
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Telephone

0207 636 7120

Website

https://www.independentcinemaoffice.org.uk/film-hub-south-east/

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