Welcome to the Bristol Palestine Film Festival at Arnolfini
This year, Arnolfini proudly hosts four events as part of the Bristol Palestine Film Festival, a vibrant celebration of Palestinian culture, art and storytelling. Against the backdrop of an unprecedented humanitarian crisis, this festival becomes more than a cultural event – it is a vital platform for amplifying Palestinian voices through contemporary cinema, music and arts.
Our journey to this moment has been one of reflection, healing and commitment. We acknowledge and unreservedly apologise for the hurt caused by previous event cancellations. In the spirit of genuine consideration and continuous improvement, we have undertaken a rigorous process of listening, learning and transformation. Our new Programme Policy stands as a testament to our dedication to artistic expression, understanding and mutual respect.
Join us as we embrace a diverse array of Palestinian documentaries, features and shorts – each film a window into the lived experiences, resilience and rich cultural tapestry of Palestinian communities. Together, we create space for dialogue, empathy, and hope.
Bristol Palestine Film Festival Events at Arnolfini
Taking place at venues across the city, at Arnolfini we host four events as part of the Bristol Palestine Film Festival.
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Bristol Palestine Film Festival Programme
The Bristol Palestine Film Festival has been running since 2011. It takes place every December and showcases an exciting mix of Palestinian films, including documentaries, features and shorts, as well as music and arts events across a range of venues.
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Arnolfini Bookshop
Arnolfini’s independent bookshop will be open until 6pm on Saturdays 30 November and 8 December with a special late night until 8pm on Thursday 5 December.
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Arnolfini Café Bar
Overlooking Bristol’s historic harbour, Arnolfini Café Bar, managed by award-winning, independent brewery Bristol Beer Factory, will be open throughout the Festival inside and out.
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Arnolfini Programme Policy
Arnolfini’s guidelines to programming exhibitions, events and engagement activities.
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