Shorts
in Competition

Eight films. Eight filmmakers. One programme that has, more than once, turned a first short into a first feature. These are the films competing for the 2026 S.O.U.L. Fest Awards — screening across London, Birmingham and Newcastle, then streaming on BFI Player.

Screening

5–13 September 2026

Cities

London · Birmingham · Newcastle

BFI Player

14 Sept – 13 Oct 2026