Poetry Film Live
THE HUB
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Selected films from the International Poetry Film Competition and the Audience Award.
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Workshop
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Talk - taking poetry film beyond the screen.
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Exclusive interview with BAFTA award screenwriter and poet Dean Atta, plus screening of Two Black Boys in Paradise.
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Plenty of time for discussions and chat and to enjoy the harbour.
Full programme and times will be available soon.
Saturday October 17th (1.30pm to 9pm)
Workshop 10.45 to 13.15
Friday 16th evening networking event.
Poetry Film Club is a lively, bimonthly 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.
Next meeting
Tuesday September 22nd
ONLINE
Spotlighting Colm Scully
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 July 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.
Further Dates 2026/2027:
Tuesday 24th November 2026
Tuesday 26th January 2027
Tuesday 23rd March 2027
Tuesday 25th May 2027
Tuesday 27th July 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.
