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  • New dates for 2021 to deliver the best Festival yet

    New dates for 2021 to deliver the best Festival yet

    Tue 12th Jan 2021

    We have decided to slightly push back this year’s Harrogate Film Festival to start Friday 23rd April 2021 and finish on Sunday 2nd May 2021.

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  • We're announcing our first 2021 events!

    We're announcing our first 2021 events!

    Tue 8th Dec 2020

    Today we're happy to announce that our ever-growing independent filmmakers’ competition and annual workshops will be back for 2021 available both online and safely in person - if guidelines allow.

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  • Introducing #StayAtHomeShorts

    Introducing #StayAtHomeShorts

    Wed 22nd Apr 2020

    ​Harrogate Film Festival is bringing the cinema to you during the Coronavirus lockdown with its new scheme #StayAtHomeShorts starting Friday 26th April.

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  • "A Great British Picnic" - Our 2020 ASIFA Submission

    "A Great British Picnic" - Our 2020 ASIFA Submission

    Fri 17th Apr 2020

    We present, "A Great British Picnic", showcasing food from across the UK, made in two days by the young talent of Harrogate.

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  • Our 2021 Short Film Competition is now open for submissions!

    Our 2021 Short Film Competition is now open for submissions!

    Wed 1st Apr 2020

    2020 was a blast! We've only just finished but submissions are already open for 2021! With ten categories open again the standard is sure to be just as high.

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  • Q/A with Director, Jeremy Chi-Hang

    Q/A with Director, Jeremy Chi-Hang

    Fri 20th Mar 2020

    ​Interview conducted by Leeds Beckett University Business School student, Georgia Dossis.

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  • How documentarians paint a clear picture

    How documentarians paint a clear picture

    Thu 19th Mar 2020

    Interview conducted by Leeds Beckett University Business School journalism student, Nathaniel Hardy-Doughty​.

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  • Diversity and Equality on Display at Harrogate Film Festival

    Diversity and Equality on Display at Harrogate Film Festival

    Wed 18th Mar 2020

    ​Up and coming and indie film directors had their time to shine over the weekend at the Harrogate Film Festival, showcasing their projects ranging from documentaries to horror films.

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  • Q/A with Daryn Castle, Director of The Tip

    Q/A with Daryn Castle, Director of The Tip

    Tue 17th Mar 2020

    Interview conducted by Leeds Beckett Univeristy Business School journalism student, Lauren Halligan​​.

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  • We've loved putting on the 2020 Harrogate Film Festival

    We've loved putting on the 2020 Harrogate Film Festival

    Mon 16th Mar 2020

    A round-up of the 2020 Film Festival with Ken Loach, Tony Palmer, Brian Blessed and worldwide filmmakers all in attendance along with an expansive list of other events.

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  • Q/A with Director Robert Hackett

    Q/A with Director Robert Hackett

    Mon 16th Mar 2020

    Interview conducted by Leeds Beckett Univeristy Business School student, Georgia Dossis.

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  • Q/A with Director and Producer Mary Sue Masson and Clancie Brennan

    Q/A with Director and Producer Mary Sue Masson and Clancie Brennan

    Thu 12th Mar 2020

    A Q/A with Director and Producer Mary Sue Masson and Clancie Brennan, who won the 'Best Comedy Award' at the 2020 Film Festival.

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  • Ken Loach exclusive appearance at Harrogate Film Festival

    Ken Loach exclusive appearance at Harrogate Film Festival

    Wed 11th Mar 2020

    ​Ken Loach spoke to a sold-out audience at the Wesley Centre in Harrogate after an exclusive screening of his film, Sorry We Missed You on 9 March.

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  • Interviewing Ken Loach

    Interviewing Ken Loach

    Mon 9th Mar 2020

    I’ve lived with his films my entire life. Kes made a significant impact on me, not least because of the portrayal of the loneliness of being in goal mid-winter (I was always in goal).

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  • Announcing our 2020 Short Film Competition Winners...

    Announcing our 2020 Short Film Competition Winners...

    Sun 8th Mar 2020

    ​Our internationally acclaimed filmmakers’ competition was back for the fouth year running. The competition gives filmmakers a platform to showcase their work, network and receive recognition.

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  • Children should be seen and heard

    Children should be seen and heard

    Wed 4th Mar 2020

    A blog by Ben Hall who is an animator, illustrator and interactive designer with over 15 years industry experience. He has taught undergraduate students at Leeds Beckett University since 2008.​​

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  • For The Love Of Comedy

    For The Love Of Comedy

    Mon 24th Feb 2020

    Since Channel 4 moved to Leeds we’ve seen some fantastic indies follow suit. It’s an exciting time for creatives and people with a love of the creative industry to be in Yorkshire.

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  • ​Screening in our 2020 Sci-Fi short film competition...

    ​Screening in our 2020 Sci-Fi short film competition...

    Sat 22nd Feb 2020

    ​Screening in our 2020 Sci-Fi short film competition...

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  • ​Screening in our 2020 Fantasy short film competition...

    ​Screening in our 2020 Fantasy short film competition...

    Fri 21st Feb 2020

    Screening in our 2020 Fantasy​ short film competition...

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  • ​Screening in our 2020 Horror/Thriller short film competition...

    ​Screening in our 2020 Horror/Thriller short film competition...

    Thu 20th Feb 2020

    ​Screening in our 2020 Horror/Thriller short film competition...

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  • ​Screening in our 2020 Drama short film competition...

    ​Screening in our 2020 Drama short film competition...

    Wed 19th Feb 2020

    ​Screening in our 2020 Drama short film competition...

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  • 1917 Oscar winning VFX artist on his road to success

    1917 Oscar winning VFX artist on his road to success

    Tue 18th Feb 2020

    ​Leeds Beckett University Masters graduate Ayyappadas Vijayakumar was part of the 1917 Oscar winning visual effects team and has opened up about his road to success ahead of the Film Festival.

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  • "What's not to like!" - Harrogate Film Society

    "What's not to like!" - Harrogate Film Society

    Mon 17th Feb 2020

    Harrogate Film Society is a longstanding part of the cinema landscape in Harrogate, working together with the other providers in the town to offer a wide range of experiences to the local community.

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  • ​Screening in our 2020 Documentary short film competition...

    ​Screening in our 2020 Documentary short film competition...

    Sun 16th Feb 2020

    ​Screening in our 2020 Documentary short film competition...

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  • ​Screening in our 2020 Silent short film competition...

    ​Screening in our 2020 Silent short film competition...

    Sat 15th Feb 2020

    Screening in our 2020 Silent short film competition...

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  • ​Screening in our 2020 Romance short film competition...

    ​Screening in our 2020 Romance short film competition...

    Fri 14th Feb 2020

    ​Screening in our 2020 Romance short film competition...

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  • ​Screening in our 2020 Crime short film competition...

    ​Screening in our 2020 Crime short film competition...

    Thu 13th Feb 2020

    ​Screening in our 2020 Crime short film competition...

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  • Ken Loach to appear at Harrogate Film Festival

    Ken Loach to appear at Harrogate Film Festival

    Wed 12th Feb 2020

    Ken Loach, one of Britain’s most acclaimed film directors, is making an exclusive appearance at the Harrogate Film Festival.

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  • ​Screening in our 2020 Animation short film competition...

    ​Screening in our 2020 Animation short film competition...

    Wed 12th Feb 2020

    ​Screening in our 2020 Animation short film competition...

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  • ​Screening in our 2020 Comedy short film competition...

    ​Screening in our 2020 Comedy short film competition...

    Tue 11th Feb 2020

    ​Screening in our 2020 Comedy short film competition...

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  • Top five horror films for couples to enjoy this Valentine’s Day

    Top five horror films for couples to enjoy this Valentine’s Day

    Mon 10th Feb 2020

    ​As lovers everywhere gather their thoughts about what to buy their loved ones for Valentine’s Day, perhaps they would be better suited thinking about what horror films they could watch.

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  • "Harrogate Film Festival is another exciting opportunity for our students" - Northern Film School

    "Harrogate Film Festival is another exciting opportunity for our students" - Northern Film School

    Fri 31st Jan 2020

    The Northern Film School reflects the increasing importance and significant growth of the Creative Industries in the UK economy, in particular, the screen industries.

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  • Harrogate Film Festival returns with bumper line-up

    Harrogate Film Festival returns with bumper line-up

    Wed 22nd Jan 2020

    ​Harrogate Film Festival have announced a bumper line up including an evening with Brian Blessed as the popular event returns for its fourth year.

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  • Northern Film School official education partner of Harrogate Film Festival

    Northern Film School official education partner of Harrogate Film Festival

    Tue 14th Jan 2020

    Leeds Beckett University’s Northern Film School has been announced as a key partner of an independent festival which showcases the next generation of talent across the globe.

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  • “It sounds like it’s on fire, it sounds like it’s full of energy – HARROGATE!”

    “It sounds like it’s on fire, it sounds like it’s full of energy – HARROGATE!”

    Fri 3rd Jan 2020

    “Harrogate has a wonderful sound to it,” he begins. “It sounds like it’s on fire, it sounds like it’s full of energy – HARROGATE!” - Brian Blessed

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  • Introducing our 2020 independent short film competition

    Introducing our 2020 independent short film competition

    Fri 6th Dec 2019

    Our independent short film competition has this year seen over 500 entries from 50 countries including films made from as far as Australia, USA, Iran, Russia, Spain, London and here in Harrogate!

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  • Gordon’s alive! Presenting an Evening with Brian Blessed

    Gordon’s alive! Presenting an Evening with Brian Blessed

    Mon 2nd Sep 2019

    The larger than life actor, writer and presenter is known for his hearty, king-sized portrayals on film, television and stage including Flash Gordon, Z Cars and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.

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  • Filmmaker champions Indie Film and Harrogate Film Festival

    Filmmaker champions Indie Film and Harrogate Film Festival

    Mon 8th Apr 2019

    ​Independent filmmaker, Mark Cousins, held a special Q/A as part of Harrogate Film Festival before screening his 2018 Cannes-Winning film – The Eyes of Orson Welles – to a packed-out audience.

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  • Independent filmmakers’ competition 2020 now open for entries

    Independent filmmakers’ competition 2020 now open for entries

    Mon 1st Apr 2019

    Our independent filmmakers’ competition 2020 now open for entries

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  • Why is film booming in Yorkshire?

    Why is film booming in Yorkshire?

    Thu 21st Mar 2019
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  • 2019 Film Festival - another successful year!

    2019 Film Festival - another successful year!

    Mon 11th Mar 2019

    Harrogate Film Festival is celebrating a successful third year, a view shared by its audience, filmmakers, and sponsors, as plans were also revealed for further growth at next year’s event.

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  • Announcing our 2019 Short Film Competition Winners...

    Announcing our 2019 Short Film Competition Winners...

    Sun 3rd Mar 2019

    Our internationally acclaimed filmmakers’ competition was back for the third year. Giving filmmakers a platform to showcase their work, network with contacts and receive deserved recognition.

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  • The festival is a marvellous opportunity for filmmakers

    The festival is a marvellous opportunity for filmmakers

    Fri 1st Mar 2019

    The competition gives filmmakers a platform to showcase their work, network with contacts within their industry and receive some deserved recognition – something we love to see going on!

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  • It just gets bigger and better every time

    It just gets bigger and better every time

    Thu 28th Feb 2019

    We’re so excited to be sponsoring the Harrogate Film Festival in it’s third year. It just gets bigger and better every time!

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  • What’s on for families?

    What’s on for families?

    Wed 27th Feb 2019

    We bring a couple of Mary Poppins themed events to the town for all the family. These aren't just sit and watch a film events though, in true Harrogate Film Fest style - we're getting interactive!

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  • Why film is so special to us - Raworths staff share their memorable film experiences

    Why film is so special to us - Raworths staff share their memorable film experiences

    Tue 26th Feb 2019

    Raworths is delighted to be supporting the Harrogate Film Festival (HFF) once again. Now in its third year, we have enjoyed watching the HFF team bring more creative events and ideas to the town.

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  • Screening in our Drama short film competition...

    Screening in our Drama short film competition...

    Sat 23rd Feb 2019

    Screening in our Drama short film competition...

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  • Screening in our Comedy short film competition...

    Screening in our Comedy short film competition...

    Sat 23rd Feb 2019

    In our short comedy film competition we have a number of hilarious comedies on offer this year. The full run down of films is as follows:

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  • Screening in our Sci-Fi short film competition...

    Screening in our Sci-Fi short film competition...

    Sat 23rd Feb 2019

    Screening in our Sci-Fi short film competition...

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  • Screening in our Horror/Thriller short film competition...

    Screening in our Horror/Thriller short film competition...

    Sat 23rd Feb 2019

    Screening in our Horror/Thriller short film competition...

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  • Screening in our Animation short film competition...

    Screening in our Animation short film competition...

    Sat 23rd Feb 2019

    Screening in our Animation short film competition...

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  • Screening in our Crime short film competition...

    Screening in our Crime short film competition...

    Sat 23rd Feb 2019

    Screening in our Crime short film competition...

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  • Screening in our Documentary short film competition...

    Screening in our Documentary short film competition...

    Sat 23rd Feb 2019

    Screening in our Documentary short film competition...

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  • Volunteer at Harrogate Film Festival

    Volunteer at Harrogate Film Festival

    Fri 25th Jan 2019

    ​If you have a love for worldwide cinema, independent film, experience cinema and workshops with industry experts then volunteering at Harrogate Film Festival could be the perfect opportunity.

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  • Q/A with Polterheist director, David Gilbank

    Q/A with Polterheist director, David Gilbank

    Mon 21st Jan 2019

    We interviewed the Director of Polterheist, David Gilbank, all about the success of the film since 2017 and why he is returning to Harrogate Film Festival in 2019.

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  • "a wide range of fabulous film and viewing experiences on offer" - Harrogate Film Society

    "a wide range of fabulous film and viewing experiences on offer" - Harrogate Film Society

    Fri 18th Jan 2019

    The approach of the 2019 Harrogate Film Festival marks the third year and shows the people in Harrogate are not simply interested in film but keen to try out new viewing experiences.

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  • Film festival winner enjoys international success

    Film festival winner enjoys international success

    Fri 11th Jan 2019

    David Gilbank, took home the "Audience Choice Award" at the inaugural Harrogate Film Festival. He credits that success to a whirlwind 18 months that saw his winning short film made into a feature.

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  • Mark Cousins confirmed by Harrogate Film Festival

    Mark Cousins confirmed by Harrogate Film Festival

    Wed 9th Jan 2019

    ​Internationally-acclaimed film maker Mark Cousins is one of Britain's leading directors and cultural critics. Mark will be holding a special event as part of Harrogate Film Festival 2019.

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  • Film Festival announces 2019 line-up

    Film Festival announces 2019 line-up

    Tue 20th Nov 2018

    Harrogate Film Festival has unveiled its programme for its third year, setting the scene for 2019.

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  • Image coming soon

    An update on Richard E Grant...

    Tue 14th Aug 2018

    Richard is now due to attend a film premiere in Canada for his latest film, ‘Can You Ever Forgive Me?’.

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  • Hollywood star Richard E Grant confirmed by Harrogate Film Festival

    Hollywood star Richard E Grant confirmed by Harrogate Film Festival

    Mon 26th Mar 2018

    Actor to play one-off event at Royal Hall, as part of Harrogate Film Festival 2018 line-up

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  • BLOG: "really looking forward to the three Kids Experience screenings" - Harrogate Mumbler

    BLOG: "really looking forward to the three Kids Experience screenings" - Harrogate Mumbler

    Thu 1st Mar 2018

    ​For the second year running, Harrogate Mumbler is delighted to be sponsoring the Harrogate Film Festival and we are really looking forward to the three Kids Experience screenings.

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  • BLOG: Harrogate Film Festival - TAKE 2! - Limelight HR

    BLOG: Harrogate Film Festival - TAKE 2! - Limelight HR

    Wed 28th Feb 2018

    I was very proud to sponsor the inaugural Harrogate Film Festival because of my love of film, and the creative geniuses that work in film.

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  • "A new and exciting development for Harrogate’s cultural landscape." - Harrogate Museum

    "A new and exciting development for Harrogate’s cultural landscape." - Harrogate Museum

    Tue 27th Feb 2018

    ​Here at Harrogate Museum we are delighted about again being part of Harrogate’s annual Film Festival.

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  • Festival week! How is 2018 shaping up?

    Festival week! How is 2018 shaping up?

    Mon 26th Feb 2018

    We interviewed our Managing Director all about how Harrogate Film Festival 2018 is shaping up.

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  • BLOG: "enthusiastically received by all living in the area" - Raworths LLP

    BLOG: "enthusiastically received by all living in the area" - Raworths LLP

    Fri 23rd Feb 2018

    Raworths staff felt they would get in the mood with some of their favourite film moments and some thoughts as to why the Harrogate Film Festival is such a great event to be involved with.

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  • Harrogate Film Festival to announce a new date for Richard E Grant event

    Harrogate Film Festival to announce a new date for Richard E Grant event

    Thu 22nd Feb 2018

    Harrogate Film Festival announced that the acclaimed British actor, screenwriter and director, Richard E Grant, was to play a special one-off event on the 3 March.

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  • BLOG: "It was fabulous!" - Harrogate Film Society

    BLOG: "It was fabulous!" - Harrogate Film Society

    Mon 12th Feb 2018

    It hardly seems a year since we were launching the first event and wondering how Harrogate would respond to its very own film festival. It was fabulous!

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  • Announcing our first 2018 events...

    Announcing our first 2018 events...

    Fri 8th Dec 2017

    Highlights include a glamorous celebration of the Bond films and the return of the critically acclaimed independent filmmaker’s competition.

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  • Harrogate Film Festival 2017 Winners

    Harrogate Film Festival 2017 Winners

    Tue 7th Mar 2017

    ​As announced at our awards ceremony yesterday, the winners in each category of our independent filmmakers competition.

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  • GUEST BLOG: "We love the interaction that this film festival offers its audiences" - Reel Film

    GUEST BLOG: "We love the interaction that this film festival offers its audiences" - Reel Film

    Thu 2nd Mar 2017

    At Reel Film​, we love different kind of projects. From fun animation to corporate videos for business we do just about anything but it’s those shoots with a different edge that gets us going.

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  • GUEST BLOG: Raworths staff talk film

    GUEST BLOG: Raworths staff talk film

    Tue 28th Feb 2017

    As a local business, based in the town centre for over 120 years, it wasn’t a hard decision to make when we were asked if we would like to support Harrogate’s first Film Festival.

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  • GUEST BLOG: "This one festival has the ability to bring together individuals from all walks of life" - Bee Social Marketing

    GUEST BLOG: "This one festival has the ability to bring together individuals from all walks of life" - Bee Social Marketing

    Thu 23rd Feb 2017

    ​Bee Social Marketing​ lives and breathes Harrogate – without it, we may not have achieved the local, national and international level of success that we now reap!

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  • GUEST BLOG: "The Festival really has something for everybody" - Rebus Design

    GUEST BLOG: "The Festival really has something for everybody" - Rebus Design

    Mon 20th Feb 2017

    ​As a local company specialising in graphic design, we are keen to support initiatives that not only bring recognition to our region but also highlight innovation within the digital sector.

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  • GUEST BLOG: "The film festival is a great addition, not just for film fans but for the town's hospitality industry"

    GUEST BLOG: "The film festival is a great addition, not just for film fans but for the town's hospitality industry"

    Mon 20th Feb 2017

    ​For the many people in Harrogate who enjoy watching films - from big-budget fantasy spectacles to art house dramas the choices and opportunities on our doorstep have never been better.

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  • GUEST BLOG: Harrogate Mumbler can’t wait to get locked in a museum!

    GUEST BLOG: Harrogate Mumbler can’t wait to get locked in a museum!

    Wed 15th Feb 2017

    Harrogate Mumbler​ is thrilled to be sponsoring the very first Harrogate Film Festival and we can’t wait for the main events in March!

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  • GUEST BLOG: Shining a light on comedy: Limelight HR sponsors Harrogate Film Festival’s Comedy Award

    GUEST BLOG: Shining a light on comedy: Limelight HR sponsors Harrogate Film Festival’s Comedy Award

    Mon 13th Feb 2017

    When I heard there was going to be a film festival in Harrogate, I knew instantly that I wanted to be involved.

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  • GUEST BLOG: "A film festival is exactly what Harrogate needs" - Everyman Cinema

    GUEST BLOG: "A film festival is exactly what Harrogate needs" - Everyman Cinema

    Mon 6th Feb 2017

    The town is always a buzz with the latest events and festivals. It’s no uncertainty that the Harrogate Film Festival will be received any differently.

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  • GUEST BLOG: ​The Harrogate Review are delighted to be sponsoring the first ever Harrogate Film Festival

    GUEST BLOG: ​The Harrogate Review are delighted to be sponsoring the first ever Harrogate Film Festival

    Thu 2nd Feb 2017

    The Harrogate Review are delighted to be sponsoring the first ever Harrogate Film Festival. As an events and culture magazine we are all about promoting cool things happening in the area.

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  • Submissions for Harrogate Film Festival are now CLOSED!

    Submissions for Harrogate Film Festival are now CLOSED!

    Wed 25th Jan 2017

    ​Submissions for our six competitions, sponsored by Raworths Solicitors and held at Everyman Cinema Harrogate have now closed.

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  • Everyman Cinemas and Raworths Solicitors announced as main sponsors of the Harrogate Film Festival

    Everyman Cinemas and Raworths Solicitors announced as main sponsors of the Harrogate Film Festival

    Sun 18th Dec 2016

    Harrogate’s newest festival is partnering up with Harrogate’s newest cinema! As part of the 2017 Harrogate Film Festival they will be working with the brand-new Everyman Cinema.

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  • Agatha afternoon with a Sunday lunch anyone?

    Agatha afternoon with a Sunday lunch anyone?

    Mon 28th Nov 2016

    For our final warm-up event, we visit The Old Swan Hotel to screen Murder on the Orient Express before we build up to Harrogate Film Festival in March 2017.

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  • Who ya gonna call? GHOSTBUSTERS!

    Who ya gonna call? GHOSTBUSTERS!

    Sun 6th Nov 2016

    Come along and join in with our first event at Ashville College on 20 November where we will be screening Ghostbusters.

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  • How about a trip to Harrogate’s newest Casino?

    How about a trip to Harrogate’s newest Casino?

    Fri 28th Oct 2016

    Now this is something to get excited about - if you’ve ever seen something like this in Harrogate let us know!

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  • Image coming soon

    Welcome to Harrogate Film Festival

    Thu 13th Oct 2016

    Harrogate Film Festival is an exciting new event that will delight film-watchers and film-makers alike. The festival welcomes audiences to venues in and around the historic town of Harrogate

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