BFI Film Academy

Are you a disabled or neurodivergent young person who loves film? Would you like to make and star in your own film?

No experience? No problem! We will show you how to use cameras, sound and music to create your own film!

There are 12 free spaces available for people who:

• live in North East England
• are aged 16 to 19
• are aged 20 to 25 with an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP) 

To apply for a place, please sign up for our Taster & Application session on Sunday 11th October 2025. You can book online.

If you have any questions, you can:

• email filmacademy@beaconfilms.org.uk 

• telephone: 0191 580 7000

Please note that you can't apply if you have taken part in our Film Academy before.