RATMA 2027
RATMA Film Festival returns. May 2027. Keighley, West Yorkshire. Short films, 20 minutes or less. Filmmakers welcome from anywhere in the world.
This is the one to mark in your calendar. After a break, RATMA is back for 2027 with the same spirit that made it special: a genuine celebration of short filmmaking, open to anyone with a story to tell and a camera to tell it with. Whether you are a filmmaker ready to enter or a film lover ready to watch, we are delighted you are here early. This is going to be a good one.
When & Where
Full festival will be held in May 2027, locations for screenings TBC, with the awards night being held on the 22nd of May 2027 at The Picture House Cinema in Keighley. Bookmark this page and sign up for updates below to be the first to know. We are working on it, and it will be worth the wait.
Festival dates: [May 2027 - exact dates to be confirmed]
Venue: Keighley, West Yorkshire
Duration: [To be confirmed - typically a weekend event]
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The 2027 Programme
The full RATMA 2027 programme will live right here. It will include short film screenings across multiple curated sessions, special events, Q&As, and more. We will be building the programme progressively as the festival approaches, so check back regularly or sign up below to be notified as each announcement lands.
Screenings: [Programme to be confirmed]
Screening sessions: [Dates and times to be confirmed]
Short film categories: [To be confirmed]
Full programme PDF: [Available closer to the festival]
Event Schedule
The full schedule of screenings, Q&As, and events will be published here once confirmed. Check back regularly or sign up below for updates.
Are you a filmmaker who wants to appear in the programme? Enter your film here and be part of RATMA 2027.
Watch RATMA Awards Night 2027 Live
RATMA is a festival for audiences who want to discover new filmmakers and watch short film in a proper cinema setting. Tickets for RATMA 2027 will be available here once dates and the programme are confirmed.
Ticket types: [To be confirmed]
Ticket prices: [To be confirmed]
On sale date: [To be confirmed]
Online booking: [Platform to be confirmed]
While tickets aren't on sale yet, you can register your interest below and we'll let you know the moment they go live.
We will also be streaming the awards evening on our social platforms so be sure to follow and subscribe.
Awards & Judges
RATMA recognises outstanding short filmmaking across several categories. Winning at RATMA is not about budget or equipment - it is about creativity, craft and storytelling. The 2027 awards structure will be announced here as soon as it is confirmed, so check back or sign up for updates to hear first.
RATMA's judging panel for 2027 will be announced as the festival approaches. Our panel includes people who genuinely care about independent and emerging filmmaking - not industry insiders gatekeeping, but film lovers who understand what it takes to make something from nothing. Find out more about RATMA awards.
Best Short Film
[2027 award category details to be confirmed]
Best Student Film
[2027 award category details to be confirmed]
Best Direction
[2027 award category details to be confirmed]
[Category TBC]
[Additional award categories to be confirmed]
The Judges
[The 2027 judging panel will be announced here - check back for updates or sign up below to be notified.]
More Than Just Screenings
RATMA 2027 is more than a screening event. The festival is a place to connect with other filmmakers, hear from guests who work in independent film, and develop your craft. We are building something that feels like a community gathering as much as a festival - warm, open, and genuinely useful for anyone who loves making or watching films.
Guest Speakers
[Speaker lineup for RATMA 2027 to be confirmed - announcements coming soon.]
Workshops
[Workshop programme for RATMA 2027 to be confirmed - topics will include filmmaking craft and independent production.]
Special Events
[Special screenings, Q&As and additional events to be confirmed - sign up for updates below.]
More details will be added here as the programme comes together. Don't miss the announcements - sign up for updates below.
Getting Here & Accessibility
RATMA is committed to making the festival accessible and welcoming to every visitor. Full accessibility information, travel directions and local accommodation guidance will be published here once the venue and dates are confirmed. We want everyone to be able to attend and enjoy the festival with confidence.
Accessibility
[Full accessibility information including step-free access, hearing loop availability, BSL provision and any additional support will be confirmed once the venue is finalised. If you have specific accessibility requirements, please contact us at ]/contact.]
Getting to Keighley
[Keighley is in West Yorkshire and is accessible by rail and road. Full travel directions, nearest stations and parking information will be published here closer to the festival.]
By Public Transport
[Rail and bus travel information for RATMA 2027 will be confirmed here. Keighley is served by the Airedale and Worth Valley rail lines.]
Local Accommodation
[A list of recommended local hotels, guesthouses and other accommodation options in and around Keighley will be added here closer to the festival dates.]
Contact Us About Your Visit
[If you have a question about attending RATMA 2027, please get in touch - we are happy to help with any planning queries. Visit ]/contact to reach us.]
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