Bristol’s big celebration of short film returns this November, showcasing the best animation and live action talent from around the world. This year the five day festival will feature special programmes from Bristol to Brazil; a series of focused symposiums on future ideas and future trends with industry specialists; an animation profile with Studio AKA, the creators behind the Loyds TSB campaigns; 3D and RED Camera workshops plus much more. With free events and stellar guests including Francine Stock, presenter of Radio Four’s The Film Programme presented by The Festival of Ideas, there’s something for everyone this year at Encounters Film Festival.

The full festival programme, delegate registration and online ticket sales will be available mid-October. For more information, find us on Facebook and Twitter @EncountersSFF #ENC2011

ABOUT THE FESTIVAL:
Encounters Bristol International Film Festival is the umbrella festival for Animated Encounters and Brief Encounters which together presents one of the world’s best-known showcases and meeting points for new and established international short and animation film talent.

TICKETS:
General Prices (unless otherwise stated)
Screenings before 16:00 £5/£4 conc.
Screenings after 16:00 £7/5.50 conc.
Panels & Masterclasses £6/5 conc.

VENUES:
To book tickets in person, or by phone, contact the venue:
Brief Encounters: Watershed, 1 Canons Road, Bristol, BS1 5TX. Tel: 0117 929 7501
Animated Encounters: Arnolfini, 16 Narrow Quay, Bristol BS1 4QA. Tel: 0117 917 2300.
All venues are fully accessible.

MEDIA ENQUIRIES
For further information, images, interviews contact:
Mireia O’Prey, Festival Coordinator, Mireia.oprey@encounters-festival.org.uk
+44 (0)117 929 9188 Encounters Festivals Ltd, Watershed, 1 Canon’s Rd, Bristol BS1 5TX