2010 Review 2010 saw almost 5000 attendees take part in over 50 events and 60 screenings. Filmmakers in 639 cities across 80 countries chose to consider entering the festival with filmmakers in 49 countries fully completing registration and submitting their work. 1,050 films were received, 170 of which were chosen, from 23 countries. We screened the work selected for competition at the ICA, selling out 80% of our screenings (get your tickets early this year!!) Here are a few nice comments from people (we didn’t threaten them, honest!): “I’ve always loved the Rushes Soho Shorts Festival, but in recent years especially it has become a true barometer for creativity in the film industry. People from all around the world are getting involved and I love the fact that cutting edge animators and motion graphics designers are represented alongside the brilliant live action directors.”
“Rushes Soho Shorts reminds us every year that length isn’t everything, it’s what you do with it that counts.” Neil Bennett (Digital Arts)
Garrick Webster (Journalist)
“One of the capital’s essential short film festivals, Rushes is a great place to have your work seen, plus its networking events and discussions are vital for anyone breaking into the industry.” James Rocarols (BBC Film Network) “Talent needs a showcase. This festival is that showcase.” Phil Claydon
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“The Rushes Soho Shorts festival showcases an impressive variety of the year’s best creative content – from the obscure to the mainstream – both in the awards and the enticing, creatively-focused events of festival week.” Jake Bickerton (Televisual) “Every year I find myself inspired by the superb quality of the films that are selected for Rushes. The festival has become an important calendar event for filmmakers and audiences alike and being part of this festival is a great honour for all of us.” Tanya Franks (Actress, Producer)
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