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Grace and Daryl are living happily in Watford when a dangerous stalker starts to rip everything apart. No one can help them. They need evidence. So they start to film everything.

Reporter Cathy Newman investigates and tracks down the woman who facilitated Mohamed Al Fayed's rape and sexual abuse of women at Harrods for over a decade

What happens when a YouTuber runs for Prime Minister? Well this documentary will show you, enjoy my friends.

Two childhood friends search for the fabled Golden Squacco Heron, the reward to a treasure hunt unsolved for 29 years. As they continue their search, they make up their own games, to pass the time…

The video for 'Ikigai' channels the track’s kaleidoscopic rhythm into movement-based choreography, exploring the search for meaning within an overwhelming brutalist landscape. Its game-like distortions and fractured imagery reflect the dehumanising forces of the city, intensifying the struggle for purpose and transformation.

3D animations are blended with home video footage of the filmmaker’s family by the sea from 1996, entering the scene through the parallel viewpoints of then and now. Reconstructing the water, the sand and the heat, the beach becomes a place of exchange between present anxieties and remembered delight. Weather tears at the seams of the beach and at the video itself; and as the work morphs under elemental forces, sensations of nostalgia and loss expand the day but also release it into the pace of time.

All the young drivers stepping up to the sport have impressive junior careers behind them – but Formula 1 is the toughest prospect any of them will ever have faced. Meet the rookies who join the grid this year.

A writer experiences unsettling hallucinations while working on their script.

A cosmic journey unfolds as Nommo, alien amphibian beings, arrive on Earth through Mali's Dogon people. This unique African story blends animation, music, and verse to explore queer themes and otherworldly encounters.

After Marcus suffers from an overdose and ends up in rehab, the memories of his life flicker in his mind as he tries to come to terms with his addiction.

Tractor Ted joins Farmer Tom who has gone to his friend’s farm to help milk the sheep! Did you know you can get milk from sheep (ewes)? Les has a terrible time trying to keep the sheep still to check its feet and cheeky Midge races about seeing if the sheep can catch her.

Originating in 1950s America, the term "Saturday Night Butch" described lesbians who dressed stereotypically feminine during the week—for work and daily life—and expressed their Butch identity only on weekends, in lesbian bars. Claudia Vogt’s film explores the modern relevance of this term through the stories of five queer women, highlighting the positive impact these spaces have had on their lives.

A new generation of young female activists uncovers a powerful, often overlooked chapter of women's history and the alarming reality of British nuclear armament. As they navigate the complexities of teenage life and social activism, three young women – Poppy, Xanthe, and Evie – embark on a journey of discovery, following in the footsteps of over 30,000 women who forty years earlier united in peaceful, liberating protest, the remarkable Greenham Common Women's Peace Movement.

Award-winning documentary filmmaker Fiona Cunningham-Reid presents an intimate portrait of internationally acclaimed artists Heather Ackroyd and Dan Harvey, who work at the intersection of art, activism, biology and ecology.

Over one night in a North London corner shop, troubled shopkeeper Youssef is caught between police scrutiny, his uncle’s control, and friction with customers, culminating in an unresolved confrontation obscured by CCTV blind spots.

Kenza is a donkey - or at least that is what her family thinks of her - so when her uncle fires her from the family cafe, she makes a plan to show them what she’s truly capable of.

After being ghosted by a romantic partner during a trip to Bangkok, the artist situates a contemporary act within a timeless Southeast Asian ghost cultural gesture, transforming personal heartbreak into a surreal exploration of ghosthood while reimagining its embodiment through ten playful yet haunting guidelines. Shifting between satire and introspection, the film contemplates the fragility of relationships and the futility and opacity of communication in the hyper-connected digital age.

"Watching The Boys" tells the story of Mia Meadows, a transfer student who falls in love with the town's prom-queen-to-be, Sera Angelos. A tragic, dreamy, coming-of-age love story between two troubled girls in a lonely town as they deal with Angelwood's curse of prom queens that inexplicably die after their crowning.

When alien ships start landing in the Middle East, two friends share a moment of normality amid the raging news storm.

A short documentary recounting the life of an anonymous contributor who faces battles against their mental illness.

A radio astrologist believes he can hear his dead daughter out in space.

York's Famous Panto ran for over 40 years in the city. The panto received acclaim throughout that whole time along with Berwick receiving countless accolades and awards for heading up the show as writer, director and dame. Unfortunately the show ended abruptly 2 years ago, and for the first time since, the cast are looking back and reflecting on their time in York.

"The remarkable true story of the world's most famous grizzly bear and the Scottish couple who raised him as their own" BBC.

Images from thoughts in a notebook. Made to celebrate twenty years of Close-Up. Premiere. Close-Up Year 20. 6.7.2025. Close-Up Cinema London.

A man wanders into the mist towards an unknown destination. Within it lurks something he has seen before, something he does not wish to encounter again.

Two strangers meet on a night out in London. After sharing a strong connection, their time together takes a disconcerting turn.

In this feature-length documentary, Dan Walker embarks on a hard-hitting investigation to uncover the truth about capital punishment in the US, and explores the reality of life on death row.

A reluctant spy-wannabe has to team up with an American when an insidious real estate plot comes to the small Cotswold town of Witney.

The Impressionists are the most popular group in art history – millions flock every year to marvel at their masterpieces. But, to begin with, they were scorned, penniless outsiders. 1874 was the year that changed everything; the first Impressionists, “hungry for independence”, broke the mould by holding their own exhibition outside official channels. Impressionism was born and the art world was changed forever. What led to that first groundbreaking show 150 years ago? Who were the maverick personalities that wielded their brushes in such a radical and provocative way? The spectacular Musée d’Orsay exhibition brings fresh eyes to this extraordinary tale of passion and rebellion. The story is told not by historians and curators but in the words of those who witnessed the dawn of Impressionism: the artists, press and people of Paris, 1874.

In a remote village, a boy struggles under the suffocating grip of his dictatorial father. As he desperately seeks freedom, he soon realises that escape is not as simple as it seems.

A Kafkaesque courtroom drama set in 19th-century Liverpool, recounting the trial of a corpse with neither name nor past. Dozens have gathered for the absurd ceremony — and perhaps to deliver justice.

A short film inspired by concepts from the Red Valley podcast by Kontinue Productions.

Three friends drive out to a lonely countryside house for a big weekend away only to realise far too late that the house has a fourth guest stalking them throughout their trip, a creature that can only be seen when it wants to be.

Warp and Weft is an animated documentary short about traditional textile crafts. A love letter to the act of hand-making, traditional craft practices, and the people who love them. Stemming from the fear of these artforms slipping away in a society that no longer values the human labour behind them.

Exploring the reports of a spectral mansion on the outskirts of Rougham, a village in the Eastern county of Suffolk. The film delves into local folklore surrounding these sightings as villagers recount their haunting experiences against the desolate backdrop of rural Britain. It reflects on themes of memory, place, and the fading tradition of oral storytelling, evoking the eerie atmosphere of a fractured England and our growing disconnect from the natural environment.

Edwin, a lonely, narcissistic vampire, returns home after a restock to lament about life and his yearning to be normal to his best friend Morris - a decapitated head that loathes his guts.

Tainted Memories is a film compiled using old footage found from a camera of Jules' Dads that he used as a child. The film details a collision of past/memory and present, with a spooky intensity.

Consumed by grief and guilt following the death of his mother, Kenneth attempts to make good on the last promise he made to her.

A petty crook and his girlfriend discover a rare antique plate priced at £60 in an antique shop. As they rush to buy it, they face unexpected competition. Will they get the plate or miss out?

Alton Thorne battles old foe BA Rose for the Deathwolf Title

Shot in black and white in a lyrical, documentary style, Vera takes us from the hidden, religious world of the Belarusian convent to rural farmland, where men and women facing personal and social difficulties live and work. It is here that Vera expresses her deep connection with the horses that she looks after as part of her obedience (religious duty). The film is narrated by Vera as she tells her story of finding faith as a young woman and the impact it has had on her emotionally and spiritually.

Oobah Butler has three months to make a million. Do the get-rich-quick schemes work? A rollercoaster of wins and setbacks follows as Oobah's conscience starts to bite.

Mott the angel is sent on a holy mission in London and Bucharest. In his search for a mysterious saint, he encounters a world that sends him off course and forces him to face his true identity.

A deep dive into the BBC’s music archives for a celebration of battling brothers Noel and Liam, and the classic songs that helped to define the 1990s and the Britpop era.

When Abigail is threatened with eviction she steals money from her workplace, when her manager finds out she has no choice but to face the consequences for her actions.

A story loosely involving Lime bikes made under the influence of alcohol.

Why is ordering coffee so complicated? Originally written for o-region's From The Horse's Mouth Project. WINNER Best Actor Cornwall Monologue Competition 2025 WINNER Best Cinematography Cornwall Monologue Competition 2025

Tom - while attempting to eulogise his very kind, caring mother - is interrupted by his girlfriend Ellie, who feels perhaps she should be receiving these kind of compliments and speeches a little more instead of his sadly passed mum, and can’t help herself from letting the rest of the congregation hear her grievances, even though it isn’t necessarily the best time to bring it up.

The deep sea is the last unknown territory on Earth. Here, biologists struggle to study the enigmatic wildlife that looks like something from another planet. But time is running out as deepsea mining threatens the fragile ecosystems.

A satirical and meditative exploration of surveillance culture within the UK and across the globe.

Obsessed is a psychological thriller that offers a disturbing glimpse into the fractured mind of a lonely university student. As we follow James’s daily life, a seemingly ordinary encounter with a course mate begins to blur the boundaries between fascination and fixation. What unfolds is a slow-burning descent into obsession, where perception twists and darkness creeps in. Tense, intimate, and unsettling, Obsessed explores how far one might go when reality no longer feels enough.

After losing his job and fuelled by the hatred of anonymous forums, Steve develops an unhealthy obsession with the new tenants of his old apartment.

This documentary investigates the disturbing rise in youth violence.

Gifted Pain is an emotional, action thriller that explores domestic abuse, sex trafficking, and the unknown power of the subconscious mind. The film follows Christopher; a loner who struggles with childhood tragedy. Seeking refuge, he immerses himself in martial art films through to adulthood. A life changing moment releases unknown abilities, taking him closer to solving the mystery of his past. As he navigates a web of betrayal, seeking answers to a past and personal demons that haunt him.

A group of friends go camping, hoping to have one last trip together before they have to grow up and join the scary world of adulthood. However, their trip is cut short when something crash lands in the woods.

Faith in the Family: The Spirit of Christmas explores the Andersons’ struggles with grief, faith, and healing during the holidays, culminating in a transformative Christmas morning.

Following one bloody night, estranged couple Alice and Tommy venture deep into the woods. There, Alice watches Tommy dig, as they bicker over the horrors of their relationship. Harsh truths and heart-breaking revelations lead to a violent conclusion that will change both their lives forever.