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In conversation with: Vic Hole, Programming Department

The South West is more than a location, it is a community that allows film makers to bring together and showcase the connections between the people, the places, and the culture that makes this rural landscape a location to love. In this interview, discover how each film chosen in our West of Frame Film Festival represents a different magnificent aspect of the South West.

We are delighted to announce that we have successfully reached our £20,000 fundraising target, set for the end of June, securing the match funding required for the first phase of our ambitious Fit at 50 campaign.

Discover a film festival rooted in the South West, celebrating the landscapes that have inspired generations of storytellers. From the wide skies of the Somerset Levels to the dramatic sweep of the Jurassic Coast and the raw wilderness of Dartmoor, experience the region in breathtaking cinematic splendour.

West of Frame brings together a curated mix of films from the past and present, while looking boldly towards the future. A celebration of place, creativity, and the enduring pull of the South West on the screen.

We’re delighted to announce that tickets are now on sale for our 2026 Christmas production, Treasure Island – a swashbuckling festive adventure set to bring pirates, music, and storytelling magic to the heart of Somerset this winter.

“I mainly work from home. Like so many people now, my dining room table doubles as my desk, my laptop is never far away, and whole days can pass with very little real-life conversation just lots of emails and Instagram messages. Working from home definitely has its perks (good coffee, no travel, connection with my family, balancing being a mum), but it’s also made me think a lot about something called a third place.” – Dion Saunders, Learn Coordinator

There’s something very special about awards season. For a few weeks each year, film lovers come together to celebrate storytelling at its most powerful – the performances, the music, the craft behind the camera, and the moments that stay with us long after the credits roll.

Choosing what to see can sometimes feel like standing in front of the snack aisle when you’re hungry: too many good options, not enough time.

So each month, we pull together a handful of shows we’re especially excited about — the ones we’re talking about in the office, recommending to friends, and quietly circling in our own diaries.

This month’s picks have a bit of everything: big sing-along energy, top-tier comedy, cosy cinema trips, and music that wraps you up like a woolly jumper (which is certainly needed in these subarctic temperatures!). Whether you’re planning a proper night out or just fancy something easy and joyful midweek, we’ve got you covered.

Rehearsals for The Nutcracker are in full swing and the festive spirit has well and truly arrived! Next week we’ll be raising the curtain on this magical Christmas treat, a heart-warming celebration of this classic tale filled with music, song and joy. 

We are delighted to reveal that rehearsals are now in full swing for this year’s Christmas production of The Nutcracker, with the principal cast, creative team, and Youth Ensemble all working together to bring this magical tale to life.