The Magic Lantern

The Magic Lantern celebrates short film as both the origin and future of cinema. We view the form as a unique platform for innovative, experimental and rule-breaking filmmaking. We curate thematic programmes of short films that weave together archive treasures, artists' film & video and narrative film. We like how the juxtaposition of these films collectively is sometimes greater than the sum of its parts.

The Magic Lantern are passionate about the importance of short film. By placing programmes in a range of contexts: from street cinemas, club visuals in specifically designed sets, music festivals, and comedy venues to film festivals, galleries, and, of course, cinemas we seek to challenge your perceptions of a form which is too often marginalised.

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