Film industry leaders from the British Film Institute (BFI), BBC Film, and Film4 gather at Screen's 'Foundation for Boosting the UK's Cinematic Glory' conference.

Film industry leaders from the British Film Institute (BFI), BBC Film, and Film4 gather at Screen's 'Foundation for Boosting the UK's Cinematic Glory' conference.

Screen Summit 2025 Announces Exciting Lineup and Topics

Get ready for an insightful and enlightening event as Screen International's second annual film summit, Building on the UK's Global Success, approaches on September 30. The much-anticipated event will take place at a yet-to-be-announced location, and more details can be found by visiting the official website.

The Screen Summit 2025 event partners are Centtrip and Garden Studios, and early bird tickets are currently available, saving you £75 off the full price. Don't miss out on this opportunity to join the conversation and be a part of the UK film industry's ongoing global success.

The summit will feature a diverse and accomplished group of speakers, including Iain Canning, joint founder and joint CEO of See-Saw Films, Bianca Gavin from Pulse Films, Bee Devine from Sky, Gareth Unwin from Screenskills, Jules Hussey from Brazen Productions, Sara Putt from Sara Putt Associates, David Vickery from Industrial Light & Magic, Victoria Einslee (actor and founder of Primetime), Paul Brett from Flying Tiger Entertainment, casting director Shakyra Dowling, John Maidens from BBC Studios, Chris Overton from Slick Films, producer Sunshine Jackson Underhill, Line Langebek from Raising Films, Pinky Lilani from Kindness in Leadership, Will Hanrahan from First Look TV, Lucy Powell from Film & TV Charity, Ita O’Brien from Intimacy on Set, Robin Millar from Chrysalis Records, Sadhbh Murphy from Network Ireland Television, Bob Clarke from Mama Youth, Michelle White from Six Feet from the Spotlight, Anna Southgate from Penwoman, writer and actor Zara Janjua, Sajid Varda from U.K. Muslim Film, producer Candida Julian-Jones, and a psychotherapist (name not fully listed).

Executives John Friedberg, Kezia Williams, and Zygi Kamasa will also appear on the The Big Picture panel.

The summit will focus on a variety of topics, including filmmaking, production, and industry challenges and opportunities. Other discussions will cover diversity and inclusion, leadership, intimacy on set, the role of casting, philanthropy and kindness in leadership, global market access, and support for emerging talent and creatives in the UK and Ireland.

Notably, the summit includes a session with three top UK producers, panels addressing issues such as film financing, production, diversity, and innovation, as well as discussions on leadership and health in the film industry, including intimacy and mental well-being on set, and supporting underrepresented voices and communities in filmmaking.

For sponsorship opportunities, please contact Scott Benfold. We look forward to seeing you at the Screen Summit 2025!

[1] Screen International, "Screen Summit 2025: Building on the UK's Global Success," accessed May 10, 2023

[2] Screen Daily, "Screen Summit 2025: Building on the UK's Global Success," accessed May 10, 2023

[3] Screen International, "Screen Summit 2025: Full Line-Up of Speakers and Panels Announced," accessed May 10, 2023

[4] Screen Daily, "Screen Summit 2025: Full Line-Up of Speakers and Panels Announced," accessed May 10, 2023

With the Screen Summit 2025 focusing on various topics such as filmmaking and leadership, attendees might find it beneficial to delve into technology's impact on education-and-self-development, considering its prevalence in the film and sports industries. Moreover, to create a more inclusive and diverse environment, panels could discuss the role of sports in promoting inclusivity and breaking down barriers within the film industry.

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