Iris Online – Watch Anywhere in the UK Until 7 November!
The in-person festival may be over, but Iris Online is still here — bringing incredible LGBTQ+ stories straight to your screen across the UK.
Explore a world of cinema with:
- 9 International Short Film Programmes
- 3 Best British Short Film Programmes
- 2 Community Programmes
- 2 Curated Collections from the Iris Archive
You can choose to buy an Online Pass for full access, or pay what you can (minimum £1) for each programme.
Plus, your vote counts! The International, Community, and Best British programmes are all eligible for the Co-op Audience Award — so don’t forget to cast your vote after watching.
19 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.
