Kino Short Film

Kino Short Film, also known as Kino London, is a London-based organization that provides support and resources for filmmakers of all experience levels, from those just starting out to seasoned professionals. They offer various avenues for filmmakers to develop their skills, showcase their work, and connect with others in the industry.

Kino London also runs the Kino London Short Film Festival, a BIFA-qualifying event that showcases selected films and provides opportunities for filmmakers to gain exposure.

Kino London hosts free, open-mic screenings where filmmakers can showcase their short films without a formal curation process, providing a platform for all levels of experience.

Upcoming Screenings

KLSFF: Opening Night Gala 18

KLSFF returns with a collection of top shelf shorts curated exclusively by award-winning filmmakers. Join us as we kick off this… Read More
Various Directors , Various Countries, Various Years, 125m.
Fri 22 Aug
20:20

KLSFF: Teamwork Makes the Dream Work 18

Kino holds community at it’s core. They champion a diverse group of filmmakers - from first timers to Oscar winners. This… Read More
Various Directors, Various Countries, Various Years, 100m.
Sat 23 Aug
12:30

KLSFF: Creative Solutions (a micro-budget showcase) 18

A selection of shorts from talented emerging filmmakers who wouldn’t let the lack of a budget get in their way from… Read More
Various Directors, Various Countries, Various Years, 85m.
Sat 23 Aug
14:40

KLSFF: Lovers + The Ones That Got Away 18

A selection of short films produced by Kino Short Film (either financed in whole or part via their £5000 film fund… Read More
Various Directors, Various Countries, Various Years, 106m.
Sat 23 Aug
16:35

KLSFF: Tasty Short Film Sampler Platter (one) 18

The Kino London Short Film Festival is infamous for dynamic and diverse programs featuring comedy, drama, horror and more all in… Read More
Various Directors, Various Countries, Various Years, 84m.
Sat 23 Aug
18:50

KLSFF: Intimate Complexity 18

A selection of shorts exploring themes of sex and intimacy, including a wide range of perspectives -- from straight to queer,… Read More
Various Directors, Various Countries, Various Years, 99m.
Sat 23 Aug
20:50

KLSFF: Short Film Open Mic (one) 18

Whether you’re looking for a chance to screen your short film in front of a live audience or you’re looking to… Read More
Various Directors, Various Countries, Various Years, 90m.
Sat 23 Aug
21:00

KLSFF: Creative Solutions (a no-budget showcase) 18

A selection of shorts from talented emerging filmmakers who wouldn’t let the lack of a budget get in their way from… Read More
Various Directors, Various Countries, Various Years, 90m.
Sun 24 Aug
12:30

Class Reunion: New Works Made by KLSFF Alumni 18

A selection of new works from festival alumni of the BIFA Qualifying Kino Short London Short Film Festival. They’ve qualified for… Read More
Various Directors, Various Countries, Various Years, 115m.
Sun 24 Aug
14:30

KLSFF: Open Minded (a selection of shorts about mental health) 18

Exploring themes of toxic masculinity, tremendous physical feats to help transcend the mind, loss, grief, perception… this selection of shorts explores… Read More
Various Directors, Various Countries, Various Years, 87m.
Sun 24 Aug
17:00

KLSFF: Tasty Short Film Sampler Platter (two) 18

The Kino London Short Film Festival is infamous for dynamic and diverse programs featuring comedy, drama, horror and more all in… Read More
Various Directors, Various Countries, Various Years, 120m.
Sun 24 Aug
19:00

KLSFF: Short Film Open Mic (two) 18

Whether you’re looking for a chance to screen your short film in front of a live audience or you’re looking to… Read More
Various Directors, Various Countries, Various Years, 90m.
Sun 24 Aug
19:15

KLSFF: Award Show 18

Join us as we announce the winners of the BIFA Qualifying Kino London Short Film Festival in the following categories: •… Read More
Various Directors, Various Countries, Various Years, 90m.
Mon 25 Aug
15:00

KLSFF: Shorts You Shouldn’t Miss(h) 18

At 15:00, August 25th we’ll announce all of our festival award winners. During this block you’ll get a chance to see… Read More
Various Directors, Various Countries, Various Years, 120m.
Mon 25 Aug
18:00

Past Screenings

Kino London Short Film Festival: Programme 4 18

Kino Short Film presents some of the best shorts of the year for their BIFA qualifying film festival.   Ashes directed by… Read More
Various Directors, Various Countries, Various Years, 115m.
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Kino London Short Film Festival: Programme 3 18

Kino Short Film presents some of the best shorts of the year for their BIFA qualifying film festival.   Black Dog [London… Read More
Various Directors, Various Countries, Various Years, 112m.
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Kino London Short Film Festival: Programme 2 18

Kino Short Film presents some of the best shorts of the year for their BIFA qualifying film festival.   BENJI [London Premiere]… Read More
Various Directors, Various Countries, Various Years, 113m.
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Kino London Short Film Festival: Programme 1 18

Kino Short Film presents some of the best shorts of the year for their BIFA qualifying film festival.   An Ode to… Read More
Various Years, Various Directors, Various Countries, 131m.
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Kino London Short Film Festival - Best of the Fest & Awards Gala 18

Kino Short Film presents some of the best shorts of the year for their BIFA qualifying film festival.   All screenings… Read More
Various, Various, Various, 120m.
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Kino London Short Film Festival - Shorts Block 5 18

Kino Short Film presents some of the best shorts of the year for their BIFA qualifying film festival.   CARRION - In… Read More
Various, Various, Various, 93m.
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Kino London Short Film Festival - Shorts Block 4 18

Kino Short Film presents some of the best shorts of the year for their BIFA qualifying film festival.   EDEN - Eden… Read More
Various, Various, Various, 93m.
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Kino London Short Film Festival - Shorts Block 3 18

Kino Short Film presents some of the best shorts of the year for their BIFA qualifying film festival.   THE FORFEIT -… Read More
Various, Various, Various, 93m.
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