Our 2024
Programme
Back for 2024, the Sunrise Film Festival is bigger and bolder than ever with 124 short films screening across the four days.
Selected from this year’s record breaking festival competition entries of over 460 short films, along with special outdoor cinema screenings, Q&As, Talks + so much more.
You can expect family friendly screenings, our ever popular micro short movies and a wide range of witty, comedic, impactful and relatable stories to the more experimental take on filmmaking.
2 Ways To Enjoy The Fest
Individual Tickets
Buy individual tickets for each screening at £3 person*
For some screenings we have an Adult + Child ticket for £4
You can Book Individual Tickets with Your Pass or Buy Tickets by clicking on each individual event.
Festival Pass
Buy a Festival Pass for just £5 & enjoy the festival for less**
Box Office
Our physical Box Office will be open during the festival 9:30am – 4:30pm each day & located at the Marina Theatre.
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Marina Theatre
Thu, 01 Aug, 10:00 AM
Join us for a delightful morning of cinematic magic with our special strand of short films entitled 'Family Friendly Feast'.…
Parcels Office Exhibition Space
Thu, 01 Aug, 11:00 AM
Delve into the history of Lowestoft's 13 Silver Screens which all once stood proudly in the Town. Past Projections, will…
Parcels Office Exhibition Space
Thu, 01 Aug, 11:00 AM
Discover our 2024 Nominees, that are part of our 2024 edition. This exhibition will showcase each individual film that is…
Parcels Office Exhibition Space
Thu, 01 Aug, 11:00 AM
Join us for some secret shorts in the exhibition space and immerse yourself in our Micro Short Movies. Don on…
Sams Wellbeing Hub + Cafe
Thu, 01 Aug, 12:30 PM
Come & join us for some stress free drawing and colouring in, design your own film festival postcard. Join us…
Marina Theatre
Thu, 01 Aug, 01:00 PM
Immerse yourself in a tapestry of compelling narratives with our strand of short films entitled 'Sharing Our Stories'. Volume 1…
Sams Wellbeing Hub + Cafe
Thu, 01 Aug, 03:00 PM
Prepare for an emotional rollercoaster with our captivating strand of short films entitled 'It's Giving Drama'. Volume 1 of this…
Marina Theatre
Thu, 01 Aug, 04:30 PM
Celebrate the rich cultural heritage and stunning landscapes of East Anglia with our special strand of short films entitled 'East…
Sams Wellbeing Hub + Cafe
Thu, 01 Aug, 06:30 PM
Aspiring filmmaker? Do you have a passion for filmmaking, join our special BFI event to see 3 BFI-backed short films…
Sams Wellbeing Hub + Cafe
Thu, 01 Aug, 09:30 PM
Prepare yourself for a spine-chilling experience with our late-night strand of short films entitled 'Are You Afraid?' This electrifying selection…
Marina Theatre
Fri, 02 Aug, 10:30 AM
Join us for a powerful and enlightening morning with our special strand of short films entitled 'Break The Stigma.' This…
Sams Wellbeing Hub + Cafe
Fri, 02 Aug, 11:30 AM
Immerse yourself in a tapestry of compelling narratives with our strand of short films entitled 'Sharing Our Stories'. Volume 2…
Marina Theatre
Fri, 02 Aug, 01:00 PM
Discover the future of film with our exciting strand of short films entitled 'Next Gen Film.' This special collection showcases…
Marina Theatre
Fri, 02 Aug, 01:00 PM
Come & join us outside the Marina Theatre, as Daniel presents a traditional Punch and Judy show filled with all…
Marina Theatre
Fri, 02 Aug, 01:00 PM
If you're looking for some quiet time, seek out the National Literacy Trust's cosy corner. The Suffolk team will have…
Sams Wellbeing Hub + Cafe
Fri, 02 Aug, 01:30 PM
Come & join us for some free candy bracelet making, (swiftie style, not the edible ones). Join us in our…
Sams Wellbeing Hub + Cafe
Fri, 02 Aug, 03:00 PM
Get ready to laugh out loud with our uproarious strand of short films entitled 'It's Giving Comedy'. Volume 1 of…
Marina Theatre
Fri, 02 Aug, 03:00 PM
Come & join us outside the Marina Theatre, as Daniel presents a traditional Punch and Judy show filled with all…
Marina Theatre
Fri, 02 Aug, 04:30 PM
Explore the unconventional and the extraordinary with our unique strand of short films entitled 'A Little Different'. Volume 1 of…
Marina Theatre
Fri, 02 Aug, 06:30 PM
This Family Friendly Outdoor Cinema at the Marina Theatre in The Yard, is powered by silent cinema headphones. Join us…
Marina Theatre
Sat, 03 Aug, 10:00 AM
Celebrate love, identity, and diversity with our empowering strand of short films entitled 'Out & Proud.' This collection features a…
Sams Wellbeing Hub + Cafe
Sat, 03 Aug, 11:30 AM
Prepare for an emotional rollercoaster with our captivating strand of short films entitled 'It's Giving Drama'. Volume 2 of this…
Sams Wellbeing Hub + Cafe
Sat, 03 Aug, 12:45 PM
Your chance to discuss the day’s events and meet fellow film lovers. Network with others who are attending our festival,…
Marina Theatre
Sat, 03 Aug, 01:00 PM
Immerse yourself in the beauty and wonder of nature with our captivating strand of short films entitled 'Our Natural World.'…
Sams Wellbeing Hub + Cafe
Sat, 03 Aug, 01:30 PM
Join Gavin Spoors, Writer and Story Designer Gavin Spoors shares his journey in how he got into film journalism. From…
Sams Wellbeing Hub + Cafe
Sat, 03 Aug, 03:00 PM
Get ready to laugh out loud with our uproarious strand of short films entitled 'It's Giving Comedy'. Volume 2 of…
Marina Theatre
Sat, 03 Aug, 04:30 PM
Experience the emotional and transformative power of cinema with our compelling strand of short films entitled 'Powerful Stories'. This strand…
Marina Theatre
Sat, 03 Aug, 06:30 PM
This Outdoor Cinema at the Marina Theatre in The Yard, is powered by silent cinema headphones. Join us for the…
Marina Theatre
Sun, 04 Aug, 10:00 AM
Join us for an enchanting and delightful screening with our charming strand of short films entitled 'Romance Is A Funny…
Sams Wellbeing Hub + Cafe
Sun, 04 Aug, 10:00 AM
Come & join us for some free candy bracelet making, (swiftie style, not the edible ones). Join us in our…
Sams Wellbeing Hub + Cafe
Sun, 04 Aug, 11:30 AM
Join us for a profound and enlightening screening with our insightful strand of short films entitled 'Let's Talk Mental Health'.…
Marina Theatre
Sun, 04 Aug, 11:45 AM
Explore the unconventional and the extraordinary with our unique strand of short films entitled 'A Little Different'. Volume 2 of…
Sams Wellbeing Hub + Cafe
Sun, 04 Aug, 01:00 PM
Your chance to discuss the day’s events and meet fellow film lovers. Network with others who are attending our festival,…
Marina Theatre
Sun, 04 Aug, 01:15 PM
Our friends over at Oskabright have put together a pick n mix of some of the highlights from Oska Bright…
Sams Wellbeing Hub + Cafe
Sun, 04 Aug, 02:00 PM
Explore the magic with our strand of Micro Short Movies, all the films featured are no longer than 3 minutes.…
Marina Theatre
Sun, 04 Aug, 03:00 PM
Immerse yourself in the poignant and compelling narratives with our touching strand of short films entitled 'Between Head & Heart'.…
*Individual ticket prices for our outdoor cinema screenings vary.
**Our festival pass excludes free access to our outdoor cinema screenings.
For any accessibility questions please email info@sunrisefilmfestival.co.uk
Find Our Venues
Marina Theatre | Sams | Parcels Office Exhibition Space
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2024 Screening Films
Want to check out the 2024 official selection in full & see exactly what short films we’re screening?
Our 2024 Nominees
& Judges
Introducing our Nominees & Judges for the 2024 edition of Sunrise Film Festival!
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