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In Kenya's Laikipia County, climate change and historical injustices heighten tensions between Indigenous pastoralists and white ranchers. Severe droughts exacerbate conflicts over dwindling grasslands, rooted in British colonialism. Filmmakers explore this complex crisis affecting livelihoods, land ownership, and conservation amidst climate change.
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15 June, 8:15pm, Showroom
16 June, 6:30pm, Curzon
A documentary about 1960s soul singer Jackie Shane, telling the story of a life of eclipsed stardom and trailblazing trans musical history. Hosted by Sheffield Libraries and Sheffield DocFest.
The UK’s largest Japanese film festival comes on tour to Sheffield's Showroom. The 2026 theme is Knowing Me, Knowing You – The True Self in Japanese Cinema. With a mix of powerful social crime dramas, gender-defining films, fantasy, and horror.
A monthly online space for LGBTQIA+ filmmakers to form connections, support each other, collaborate and learn. Open to all filmmakers – from no experience to professionals. Run by Frit Tam and Claire Watkinson, hosted by E.D.E.N Film Productions.
The world of documentary film descends on Sheffield each June. With fascinating factual films, innovative storytelling exhibitions and inspiring talks. Come back soon for our guide to the 2026 festival.
