BFI Film Audience Network

Welcome to BFI FAN

The BFI Film Audience Network aims to reach new audiences and increase access to screen culture for all. Delivered through eight Film Hubs across the UK and made possible thanks to National Lottery funding, BFI FAN supports a membership of over 1900 film exhibitors.

This website is managed by Film Hub South East.

BFI FAN Reflections

A new review which celebrates the achievements of the network and its members over the past three years.

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What’s happening…

Next Event

A still from Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans (1927). A man and woman embrace in the outdoors.

December 2026

Sound of Cinema: Sprint (Programming Discussion Day)

Latest Programme

Rip It Up

10th May – 31st October 2026

Current Programme

Applications Open

Here’s to the joy and defiance of being young in the UK BFI FAN marks 75 years of youth culture in the UK May-October 2026

Latest Resource

Engaging Local Communities Through Cinema Case Study

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Programming

A case study of Edinburgh’s Local Cinema Network, exploring their approaches to film programming and community engagement.

All about Rip It Up

The 2026 BFI FAN UK-wide season, Rip It Up, explores and celebrates the changing face of youth rebellion, culture and expression – from joy to heartbreak – on screen in the UK.

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Accessibility Across the Board Online Course

Gain practical steps to help your organisation to develop a more accessible and inclusive culture and environment for disabled audiences and staff with lifetime access that lets you go at your own pace.

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Engaging Local Communities Through Cinema Case Study

A case study of Edinburgh’s Local Cinema Network, exploring their approaches to film programming and community engagement.

Sustainable Procurement Guide

Film Hub North’s resource to help cinemas, festivals and screen organisations make more sustainable supplier decisions.

Autism-Friendly Screenings Resource

The UK Cinema Association, supported by Dimensions and the BFI Film Audience Network, have produced this guide on how best to deliver and promote autism-friendly screenings at your cinemas.

FAN Guide to Safeguarding for Film Exhibitors

A guide to safeguarding for film exhibitors including tips for working with both children and adults, how to create code of conduct policies, and more information on how to create a safer environment as a film exhibitor.

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BFI FAN Regions

Find out more about the Film Hubs, the locations they work in and the support and opportunities available

Northern Ireland Scotland North Wales Midlands London South West South East