The Bay International Film Festival

Vance and the Afterlife is a short film about a corporate stiff named Vance who dies and ends up in his own imagination… or lack thereof. Through an appeal process administered by his afterlife guide Sarah, Vance is given a second chance at life that’s focused less on superficial career goals and more on creative expression and appreciation for the world around him… Director Sam Kimbrell wrote this short film after reading an article about various people who had near-death experiences who all saw their own “afterlives”. We’re grateful that you are sharing this with us. 📅1 December, 12:30-14:30 📍Reel Cinema #Finalist24 #TBIFF24 #Narrative #Afterlife #ShortFilm

☕🎬 FREE Tea, Snacks, and Film Clubs! Join us for a cosy night at the movies 🎥✨ at #TBIFF24. After each screening, unwind with tea, snacks, and great conversations about the films you’ve just seen—all for FREE! 📽️ Film Club Schedule: 🎭 Short Film Anthology (Drama/Comedy/Romance) 🗓️ Tue 26 Nov | ⏰ 19:00 - 21:00 | 📍West End Playhouse 🎞️ Female Stories Anthology #2 (Drama/Comedy) 🗓️ Wed 27 Nov | ⏰ 19:00 - 21:00 | 📍West End Playhouse 🎥 Female Stories Anthology #3 (Documentary) 🗓️ Thu 28 Nov | ⏰ 18:00 - 20:00 | 📍More Music ✨ With free tickets, free tea, and a welcoming film club, there’s no better way to spend an evening! Bring your friends or make new ones as we dive into these amazing stories together. #FilmClub #FreeScreenings #TeaAndCinema #CozyFilmNights #FilmFestivalVibes #ShortFilms #Drama #Comedy #Documentary

🎨✨ The Sea – A heartfelt tale of art, imagination, and kindness. Set in 1952 rural England, a young girl falls in love with a mysterious painting of the sea, though she’s never seen the ocean. Her attempt to make it her own sparks an encounter that changes her life—and the world of art—forever. 📽️ Directed by Ian Bartholomew, a multi-award-winning actor making his debut as a filmmaker. Shot entirely in Cheshire with a blend of seasoned professionals and first-time filmmakers, The Sea captures the spirit of community and creativity. 📅1st December 12:30 – 14:30 📍Reel Cinema, Morecambe Don’t miss the final 18 seconds of the soundtrack in darkness—it’s part of the magic! #TheSeaFilm #ArtAndKindness #1950sDrama #FilmFestival #SweetheartProductions #TBIFF24

See the world through the eyes of a young girl who goes on a night time wander looking for her mother on Morecambe sea front 🌃🌊 From the creative mind, Nicole Pott, this heart-wrenching drama puts the real in realism. Catch Wanderland at More Music (Morecambe) tomorrow on Sunday 24th November at 17:00 #TBIFF2024 #FilmFestival #ShortFilm #Drama #SocialRealism

TBIFF 2024 is more than just a film festival, it looks after and nurtures the community around it! 🎬 It creates inclusive and safe spaces for people to connect and offers free tickets to over come barriers caused by the cost of living crisis. The festival turns a spotlight to the local talent, empowering them to tell their stories to people from far and wide. It also fosters the budding talent of young people, helping them to develop the skills needed to become the next leaders of the industry. We would like to thank everyone that makes this possible from sponsors and partners to the TBIFF team. and a big thank you to YOU 🫵 who supports us and everything we do! #TBIFF2024 #CultureMakes #FilmFestival #CinematicExperience #Sponsors #Partnerships #CommunityThroughCinema #CinemaForAll #SharedExperience #StoriesThatInspire

Celebrate Northern filmmaking at its finest with our Northern Films Highlight! From heartfelt dramas to bold experimental satires, this special screening showcases the diverse voices and unique perspectives of local filmmakers. 🗓️ When? Sunday 24 Nov, 5–7 PM 📍 Where? More Music, Morecambe Featuring 10 captivating shorts from talents across Morecambe, Lancaster, Barrow-in-Furness, Preston, Kendal, Manchester, and beyond! Proudly part of Short Stories Beyond Borders, this programme is funded by Mia Italia and shines a spotlight on the creativity thriving right here in the North. Don’t miss your chance to celebrate homegrown storytelling—grab your tickets now! #TBIFF24 #ShortFilms #NorthernFilm #IndieCinema #LocalTalent #FilmFestival #MorecambeEvents #LancashireLife #DiscoverFilmmaking #ShortStoriesBeyondBorders #SupportIndieFilm

Dive into the magic of short films with our three unmissable screenings! 🎬✨ From heartfelt family dramas to quirky rom-coms and daring tales of life’s pivotal moments, there’s a reel for everyone. Grab your tickets and join us for films, filmmaker insights, and some post-screening film club vibes. 1. Parents & Children Stories 🗓️ Sat 23 Nov, 15:00 - 17:00 📍 West End Playhouse Family bonds, big emotions, and seven beautifully told tales. Stick around for a post-screening film club! 2. Short Film Anthology (Drama/Comedy/Romance) 🗓️ Tue 26 Nov, 19:00 - 21:00 📍 West End Playhouse Urban quirks, tender moments, and plenty of laughs—seven films to tug your heartstrings and tickle your funny bone. Post-screening discussion included! 3. Slices of Life 🗓️ Sun 1 Dec, 12:30 - 14:30 📍 Reel Cinema Morecambe Ten bold films exploring life’s twists and turns. With an on-time start and a filmmaker Q&A, this one’s not to miss! 🎟️ Tickets are going fast—secure your seat now! #TBIFF24 #Anthology #ShortFilms #FilmClub #Screenings

Join us for an unforgettable screening of UNICORNS 🦄, a stunning cross-cultural romance that’s making waves this awards season (7 BIFA nominations & counting)! 📅 Friday 29th Nov ⏰ 19:30 sharp (No ads, be on time!) 📍 Reel Cinema 🌈 Dive into the heartfelt story of a single father mechanic and a British Indian drag queen, whose worlds collide in an emotional journey of love and identity. Directed by the brilliant Sally El Hosaini & James Krishna Floyd, this is cinema that celebrates diversity in every frame! 🎭 FLASH MOB ALERT! 🎭 Calling all LGBTQ+ film buffs & costume lovers: Strut your stuff in our Best Drag Outfit Competition! Prizes, fab vibes, and a chance to dazzle the creators of Unicorns themselves! 🎤 Stick around for a Q&A session with the creators and maybe even some special guest appearances. #UnicornsFilm #LGBTQCinema #FilmFest #IndieFilmMagic #ReelCinema #CostumeFlashmob #CelebrateDiversity #DragQueenVibes #BIFA2024 #BAFTAReady #MorecambePride #TBIFF24

Psst 🫵 guess what is opening on the 25th of November? For 6 days, ‘The Platform’ in Morecambe (ex-Tourist Information Centre), will be play host for the photo and miniatures exhibition. 📸 Explore the magic of The Beauty of Morecambe Bay! Marvel at 40 breathtaking photos capturing the Bay’s sunsets, hidden gems, and natural beauty, all from a 5-month-long competition. 🎥 Step into Tiny Worlds by local artist Josh Backhouse, where iconic movie scenes come alive through stunningly detailed dioramas. Get a behind-the-scenes look at his meticulous process and see how big-screen magic fits into small-scale art. Please pop down and have a look, it is open every day from the 25th until the 30th of November from 2 to 6pm and it is FREE! You don’t want to miss this! 🥰 #MorecambeBay #TinyWorlds #LocalArt #Exhibition

Guen Murroni is an Irish Italian writer and director and from her brilliant mind, we bring ‘Nice To Meet You All’. Guen’s ability to share human stories allows the audience to connect with her humour and infectious joy. “Nice To Meet You All” is a celebratory look at DID from the experience of a woman who has survived human trafficking in the US. It highlights the more surreal elements of this condition in a fresh light, dispelling myths around mental health. Guen says this: “I connected with ‘Bri’ who told me about her time spent in human trafficking rings and her day-to-day life dealing with her different personalities. We both believe that the media often portray mental health in a sensationalist, simplistic and reductive manner.” The film will be a part of our programme 30 November (Saturday) 15:00-17:00 at Reel Cinema Morecambe. Please come down and share your support. #Documentary #Fresh #DID #TBIFF24 #Finalist24 #MentalHealth