The South West Shorts Showcase celebrates the creativity, originality and ambition of filmmakers from across the region. Featuring a hand-picked selection of the best short films submitted to Bath Film Festival 2026, this special screening shines a spotlight on the wealth of filmmaking talent being developed on our doorstep.
From compelling dramas and thought-provoking documentaries to bold animation, comedy and experimental work, the showcase offers audiences the chance to experience fresh stories and exciting new voices before they break onto the wider stage. Programme announcement coming soon.
Whether you're a film lover, an aspiring filmmaker or simply curious about the incredible talent emerging from the South West, join us for an evening celebrating regional filmmaking at its very best.
The Cycling Adventures of Lettice Bly
In 1890s Britain, a woman on a bicycle is a cause for great scandal. As our protagonist, the determined Lettice Bly, sets forth on her new bicycle, she will need the assistance of passerby physics enthusiast Millicent Frimley-Pratt to succeed.
GRAIN
A group of determined women resist the tyrannical regime that they find themselves oppressed by. But, when a group member returns with an unexpected guest, the community that they have built comes under threat.
The Reunion of Broken Parts
A delightful documentary about Natasha Smith, now in her 80s, reflecting her love of dance as we follow her through this poetic portrait of her life.
Pols an Mor (Pulse of the Sea)
The Cornish landscape is beautifully showcased in this stunning, harbour-side folklore fantasy.
Lovely
Lovely tells the story of Penelope, a 67 year old ‘firecracker of a woman’ living with PSP, a degenerative condition that means she can no longer verbally communicate. Through a heartwarming, hilarious series of misunderstandings, she tries to ask her family to take her to the beach.
This is part of Behind the Lens: Bath Film Festival's dedicated strand for filmmakers, emerging talent and screen industry professionals.
