PEFF26 | YOUNG PROGRAMMERS SHORTS SHOWCASE + NETWORKING

Welcome to a special screening of -

YOUNG PROGRAMMERS SHORTS SHOWCASE

Curated by our PictureEast Young Programmers with mentorship and support from Film London. A 1 hour shorts film programme, showcasing East London filmmakers and stories. These programmers, aged 16-24, have been working alongside the festival team, learning every aspect of what it takes to put on a film festival— from programming and film curation to PR, marketing, exhibition, and event management.

Followed by a panel and networking.

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Join us for PictureEast Film Festival 2026 (PEFF26)

A dynamic celebration of film, culture and community in East London! Curated by local creative voices and presented by The New Black Film Collective (TNBFC) in partnership with Film London, this festival champions bold cinematic storytelling and community engagement across Newham and Barking & Dagenham.

Admission is on a first come, first served basis.

Refreshments will be available for purchase.

Programme supported by Film Hub London, managed by Film London. Proud to be a partner of the BFI Film Audience Network, funded by the National Lottery. www.filmlondon.org.uk/film-hub-london