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Our partnership with the BBC for 'Share your Story'

15 May 2023

Our team-up with the BBC for their centenary education project allowed us to deliver documentary filmmaking workshops in 19 secondary schools and to 400 pupils.

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Use film to support revision across the curriculum

23 Mar 2023

Our film resources can be applied to a range of exam specifications and subjects, from English Literature and Citizenship to History and Computer Science & IT.

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15 May 2023 BY Charlotte Micklewright in Film Features

Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret © LIONSGATE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

‘Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret’ and puberty on film

We discuss the value of exploring puberty through relatable characters and delightfully awkward scenarios in a new comedy based on a beloved YA novel.

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Calendar Dates in Focus: April to May 2023

18 Apr 2023

At the beginning of each half-term, we're spotlighting some key dates on the academic calendar that we'll be engaging with through film.

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28 Jun 2022 in Into Film Awards

The opening film for the 2019 Into Film Festival

Climate Change

Earth Day, 22 Apr

Climate change is one of the most pressing issues the world faces today, and is a topic tackled in an increasing number of films, in many varied ways.

Films 30

Resources 17

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Refugees and Migration

UK Refugee Week, 20 Jun - 26 Jun

Film is the perfect medium to reveal the nuances and human stories behind these groups that are so often mispresented and dehumanised across society.

Films 29

Resources 17

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Respect for the Environment

Earth Day, 22 Apr

A film list that encourages respect for the environment in different ways by exploring our planet and the incredible variety of life that it supports.

Suitable forAll ages

No. of films19

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Lashana Lynch with members of Rainbow Collective

Into Film Awards 2022: The Winners

Take a look at all of the incredible winners and see highlights from the 2022 Into Film Awards ceremony, which was hosted by Sue Perkins.

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Review Writing

Find all of our resources, news articles and top tips to support young people with review writing - a great way to develop literacy and other skills.

Resources 7

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Into Archive Film: Past Present Future

Exploring the highlights of Into Film's rich and varied catalogue of Archive film from across the decades

Suitable forAll ages

No. of films28

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Moving Minds 2: Supporting young people's mental wellbeing

29 Jan 2021

The second iteration of our mental health filmmaking project was organised entirely online and produced films around isolation, social anxiety, abuse and more.

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Jurassic Park: Film Guide

A film guide that looks at Jurassic Park (1993), exploring its key topics and themes through informal discussion.

Suitable for11+

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Macbeth: Film Guide

A film guide that looks at Macbeth (2015), exploring its key topics and themes through informal discussion.

Suitable for14–16

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Tangled and Fairy Tales Archetypes

This lesson introduces fairy tale archetypes and invites learners to reinvent their own.

Suitable for7–11

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The Secret Garden: Film Guide

A film guide that looks at The Secret Garden (1993), exploring its key topics and themes through informal discussion.

Suitable for7–11

1 ppt

Hook: Film Guide

A film guide that looks at Hook (1991), exploring its key topics and themes through informal discussion.

Suitable for7–11

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Coronation on Film

Discuss what happens at a coronation using archive film and creative writing.

Suitable for7–16

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Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone

National Storytelling Week, 30 Jan - 6 Feb

A film guide that looks at Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (2001), exploring its key topics and themes through informal discussion.

Suitable for7–11

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Henry V: Film Guide

A film guide that looks at Henry V (1989), exploring its key topics and themes through informal discussion.

Suitable for14+

1 ppt

A film guide that looks at WALL-E (2008), exploring its key topics and them

WALL-E: Film Guide

World Space Week, 4 Oct - 10 Oct

A film guide that looks at WALL-E (2008), exploring its key topics and themes through informal discussion.

Suitable for5–11

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Kung Fu Panda: Film Guide

A film guide that looks at Kung Fu Panda (2008), exploring its key topics and themes through informal discussion.

Suitable for7–11

1 ppt

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The Grand Budapest Hotel: Film Guide

A film guide that looks at The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014), exploring its key topics and themes through informal discussion.

Suitable for14+

1 ppt

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Summer of Soul: Film Guide

A film guide that looks at Summer of Soul (2021), exploring its key topics and themes through informal discussion.

Suitable for14+

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Turning Red(2022)

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A thirteen-year-old girl turns into a cute and giant red panda when she experiences strong emotions.

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7–14 years 96 mins

Home(2023)

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A short collaboration between Aardman and Save the Children about a young person’s experience of having to leave their home and start in a new...

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5–14 years 5 mins

Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret(2023)

Coming of age comedy in which a young girl navigates a new life in 1970s suburbia, with new friends, religious quandaries and the threat of puberty.

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11–16 years 106 mins

Homebound(2021)

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Experimental documentary exploring young people’s thoughts on life, community, and mental health during the first COVID-19 lockdown.

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14+ years 10 mins

I Am Good at Karate(2021)

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A young teenager is forced to battle their demons, who have taken the form of a monster made of football shirts.

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11+ years 11 mins

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WWII in Europe: Voices from the Front(2020)

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Documentary which provides an overview of World War II with contributions from some of the few surviving soldiers on all sides.

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14–16 years 45 mins

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I Am Alfred Hitchcock(2021)

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Archival documentary chronicling the life and career of one of cinema’s most important, influential and controversial directors, Alfred Hitchcock.

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14+ years 84 mins

Lost Treasures of Egypt: Tutankhamun’s Treasures

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Lost Treasures of Egypt: Tutankhamun’s Treasures(2019)

Lost Treasures of Egypt:...(2019)

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Archaeologists make fascinating discoveries about Ancient Egypt as they investigate the mystery of Tutankhamun’s tomb.

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7–14 years 44 mins

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Pompeii: Secrets of the Dead(2019)

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Forensic experts investigate the remains of the victims of the Pompeii eruption to uncover why they were unable to escape.

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11–16 years 42 mins

Ice Cold Passion: Leni Riefenstahl and Arnold Fanck between Hitler and Hollywood

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Ice Cold Passion: Leni Riefenstahl and Arnold Fanck between Hitler and Hollywood(2018)

Ice Cold Passion: Leni Riefenstahl...(2018)

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Documentary on the tumultuous working relationship between controversial German filmmakers Leni Riefenstahl and Arnold Fanck

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14+ years 52 mins

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Lost Cities with Albert Lin: Stonehenge(2019)

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Albert Lin, an award-winning scientist, explores the origins of the place where Stonehenge was built, in an attempt to uncover its mysterious secrets.

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7+ years 45 mins

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Women of Impact: Changing the World(2019)

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Inspiring documentary about empowering women to work in the fields of science, conservation, and environmental sustainability.

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11–16 years 44 mins

Birmingham Wonderland Archive Workshop - October 22

Chatting to the Deaf Talent Collective

23 May 2023

We sat down with founder Tobi St.Clair and D/deaf awareness coordinator Aimee Campbell-Nottage to discuss the DTC's mission and their advice to young people.

Viewing time 5 mins

Our partnership with the BBC for 'Share your Story'

15 May 2023

Our team-up with the BBC for their centenary education project allowed us to deliver documentary filmmaking workshops in 19 secondary schools and to 400 pupils.

Reading time 4 mins

15 May 2023 BY Charlotte Micklewright in Film Features

‘Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret’ and puberty on film

We discuss the value of exploring puberty through relatable characters and delightfully awkward scenarios in a new comedy based on a beloved YA novel.

Reading time 5 mins

05 May 2023 in New Releases

A live-action The Little Mermaid leads May's new cinema releases

The latest Disney reimagining heads underwater whilst Are You There God? It's Me Margaret tells a refreshing coming of age story.

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03 May 2023 in Into Film+

Introducing Into Film+ Premium

We're delighted launch an extension to our streaming service for state schools in England that are funded by the Department for Education.

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03 May 2023 in Film of the Month

A Clear Picture of Myself - Film of the Month winner

'A Clear Picture of Myself' is our latest Film of the Month winner

This creepy horror from Aaron in Coventry sees a young man settling down for the night, before his hallway suddenly becomes the stuff of nightmares.

Viewing time 7 mins

Calendar Dates in Focus: April to May 2023

18 Apr 2023

At the beginning of each half-term, we're spotlighting some key dates on the academic calendar that we'll be engaging with through film.

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Stephen Lawrence Day 2023: 30 Years On

17 Apr 2023

Stephen's inspiring but challenging story should be studied by young people across the UK, and film is an insightful and accessible way to do so.

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05 Apr 2023 in New Releases

Video game animation Super Mario Bros. leads April's new releases

Nintendo legends the Mario Bros. are given a vibrantly animated big screen debut whilst other animations, docs and re-releases fill out the calendar.

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Bringing video games into the classroom

30 Mar 2023

Discover the many educational benefits of incorporating gaming into your teaching, as well as our resources that can get you started.

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29 Mar 2023 in Into Film+

Championing 'Our Earth' through Into Film+

Our environmentally themed programme of films, resources, and exclusive content can help you initiate conversations around this crucial topic in the classroom.

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See the winner of our Puss In Boots: Fill Your Boots competition

28 Mar 2023

To celebrate 'Puss in Boots: The Final Wish' we asked young people to 'fill their boots' by detailing five things they want to achieve during their lifetime.

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