About
“(LSFF) is a festival not afraid to take creative risks and nurture new talent, something rarely seen in this age of austerity and conformity.”
— i-D
The UK’s leading short film festival, the London Short Film Festival (LSFF), returns for its 24th edition from 22 - 31 January 2027, bringing films and events to London’s iconic cinemas alongside community and creative spaces.
LSFF presents the best in independent, boundary-pushing filmmaking from around the world. Showcasing 300 works from new voices, acclaimed directors, and underground discoveries drawn from the archive, the festival spans the full emotional range of short-form cinema. From raw DIY confessionals to bold, cinematic stories, these are films that surprise, unsettle, comfort, and stay with you. LSFF’s Special Events combine curated programmes with conversations and unique experiences.
No Barriers, the underlying ethos of this year’s Festival, explores access for all across the 2027 edition of LSFF. Everyone has always been welcome at LSFF from the outset, but as more borders and walls are erected and exclusion is pushed as an agenda, we’re flinging open the barricades to remind everyone to come on down and participate in our exciting film culture.
Need to get in touch? You can drop a line to info@shortfilms.org.uk and we’ll get back to you.
The London Short Film Festival is a Community Interest Company (CIC) registered under number 07690869 at registered address Churchill House, 137-139 Brent Street, London, England, NW4 4DJ.