Frequently Asked Questions

General

  • The Little Venice Film Festival is an international film festival celebrating independent cinema from around the world, with a focus on bold storytelling, emerging voices, and culturally diverse perspectives.

  • The festival is held in Little Venice, London, Westminster and surrounding areas in London with screenings and events hosted at local theaters and partner venues.

  • Festival dates vary each year. Please visit littlevenicefilmfestival.org for the most up-to-date schedule and announcements.

  • LVFF primarily takes place in person, but select screenings, panels, or filmmaker Q&As may be offered virtually depending on the program year.

Films & Programming

  • LVFF features narrative features, short films, documentaries, experimental films, and web series from both established and emerging filmmakers.

  • Yes. LVFF welcomes submissions and showcases films from around the world.

  • Yes.

  • Whenever possible, screenings are followed by filmmaker Q&As, panels, or special discussions.

Submissions

  • Films can be submitted through the festival’s official submission platforms listed on the website.

  • Deadlines vary by category (early, regular, late). Current deadlines are listed on the Submissions page.

  • Yes, submission fees apply and vary depending on the deadline and category.

  • Yes, works-in-progress may be considered if clearly noted at the time of submission.

  • All submitting filmmakers will receive a notification by email once programming decisions are finalised.

Tickets & Passes

  • Tickets and festival passes can be purchased through littlevenicefilmfestival.org and Eventbrite.

  • Yes. Single-screening tickets and all-access passes are typically offered.

  • All ticket sales are final unless otherwise stated.

Filmmakers

  • Selected filmmakers typically receive complimentary passes. Specific details are provided upon acceptance.

  • LVFF does not provide travel or lodging.

  • Yes. Filmmakers are encouraged to participate in Q&As, panels, and networking events if they are provided for their screening.

Awards

  • Yes. LVFF presents awards across multiple categories.

  • Awards are determined by a jury.

Volunteers & Partnerships

  • Yes. Volunteer opportunities are posted on the website prior to the festival.

  • Sponsorship and partnership inquiries can be submitted through the Contact page.

Accessibility & Policies

  • LVFF strives to host events in accessible venues. Please contact the festival in advance with specific accessibility needs.

  • All films include subtitles or captions as part of our aim of making cinema accessible for all. We also provide a screening with Audio Description. Check the 2026 schedule for further information.

contact

  • For general inquiries, please use the contact form on littlevenicefilmfestival.org or email the festival team directly via the address listed on the site.