Mia Bays, Eva Yates, Farhana Bhula

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Mia Bays, Eva Yates, Farhana Bhula

Mia Bays, director of the BFI Filmmaking Fund, Eva Yates, director of BBC Film and Farhana Bhula, interim director of Film4, will join a panel at Screen International’s second annual film summit, Building on the UK’s Global Success, on September 30.

The three highly influential film production and development executives will talk about each of their priorities for supporting UK films and talent, the impact of the introduction of the Independent Film Tax Credit (IFTC) on the UK indie sector and how they are working to help UK producers enjoy sustainable careers.

Screen’s second annual UK Film Summit will bring together leading executives and filmmakers for a day of talks and networking to help UK films perform to their highest potential around the world.

There will be further panels on:

  • Attracting international financing and partners to UK film
  • The role of UK talent in the international market
  • Trailblazing: experienced UK producers on carving the path to success
  • Local heroes: case studies on connecting UK films to audiences
  • Ask the experts, featuring leading voices across production sectors

The full line-up of speakers and panels will be announced in the coming weeks.

Visit here to find out more about the event. Super early bird tickets are currently available saving £75 off the full price.

The Screen Summit 2025 event partners are Centtrip and Garden Studios. For sponsorship opportunities, please contact Scott Benfold.