Poetry Film Live
THE HUB
Friday 16th (5pm to 9.30pm)
Saturday October 17th (10am to 9.30pm)
Programme and submission opportunities will be announced.
Poetry Film Club is a lively, monthly online event where poetry meets film. We screen inspiring short poetry films and bring people together to talk, share ideas, and explore this exciting and growing art form.
FOURTH TUESDAY EVERY MONTH
(except July, August & December)
Next meeting
Tuesday June 23rd.
ONLINE
A welcoming space for filmmakers, poets, students, academics, and anyone curious about creative storytelling.
Each event features:
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SPOTLIGHT on an invited poetry filmmaker
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OPEN SCREEN slots for you to show a poetry film
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RELAXED CONVERSATIONS
To make it easier you can now book an annual ticket to cover until June 2027 inclusive!
Request an open screen slot here (please buy a ticket first):
The Poetry Film Club is hosted by Lucy English and Helen Dewbery in association with Poetry Film Live.
Dates 2026/2027:
Tuesday 22nd September 2026 - Spotlight Colm Scully
Tuesday 27th October 2026
Tuesday 24th November 2026
Tuesday 26th January 2027
Tuesday 23rd February 2027
Tuesday 23rd March 2027
Tuesday 27th April 2027
Tuesday 25th May 2027
Tuesday 22nd June 2027
We also offer online poetry-film workshops, giving you the chance to learn new skills and make your own work. The live events then provide a place to connect, get inspired, and be part of a creative community. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, Poetry Film Club is a place to watch, learn, and create together.
How to Make a Poetry Film
A handbook for poets
by Helen Dewbery
£12.99
Available from
www.elephantsfootprint.com
also available from
The Poetry Pharmacy
POETRY FILM WORKSHOP
Online via Zoom over 2 Saturday mornings 10am to 1pm (GMT)
Tutor: Helen Dewbery
Next dates to be announced. Anticipated to be September 2026.
Who is the workshop for?
The workshop is for poets who are interested in poetry film or who are wanting to take their first steps towards it.
