18 years of sharing Global LGBTQ+ Stories & Cardiff Charm
Iris Prize LGBTQ+ Film Festival brings filmmakers from around the world to Cardiff, Wales, UK. Iris is home to the largest short film prize in the world – the coveted £40,000 Iris Prize. Supported by the Michael Bishop Foundation, the prize allows the winner to make their next LGBTQ+ short film here in Cardiff.
Iris also works with Film4 to share all Best British shortlisted films on Channel 4, the UK’s largest free streaming platform.
What happens at Iris Prize LGBTQ+ Film Festival?
- See the very best LGBTQ+ short films and features
- Panel discussions about filmmaking and LGBTQ+ life
- Filmmaker Q&As with every short film screening
- Special events and networking opportunities
- Legendary parties
Iris is open, friendly and collaborative
Each year, the Iris Prize welcomes hundreds of filmmakers and film lovers into our global Iris Family. As a BAFTA Qualifying and BIFA Qualifying festival for short films, Iris Prize holds a prestigious place in the industry. We have also been identified as one of the “50 film festivals worth the entry fee” by MovieMaker Magazine 5 times.
