Dragonfly International Film Festival partners with Oska Bright Film Festival to celebrate inclusivity

A popular film festival in Preston has teamed up with another, a leading learning disability film festival, to further celebrate inclusive storytelling.

Dragonfly International Film Festival says it is delighted to announce a new partnership with Oska Bright Film Festival, the internationally renowned festival dedicated to showcasing films made by or featuring people with learning disabilities and autism.

They add that the partnership brings together two organisations that share a passion for powerful storytelling, creative opportunity, and ensuring that all voices have a place on screen.

Dragonfly International Film Festival Director Susan Moffat said: "At Dragonfly, we believe that storytelling should be accessible to everyone and representative of all communities. This partnership reflects our commitment to championing creativity, celebrating diversity, and ensuring that every story has the opportunity to be seen, heard, and valued."

Both festivals are committed to celebrating the richness of diverse experiences and breaking down barriers that can prevent talented filmmakers from reaching wider audiences.

Dragonfly Director John Corrin added: "We're proud to be working alongside Oska Bright Film Festival to champion filmmakers who bring fresh perspectives, unique experiences, and important stories to the screen."

Oska Bright Film Festival has spent more than two decades championing filmmakers with learning disabilities and autism, helping to transform perceptions and create opportunities within the screen industries.

Dragonfly International Film Festival says it is proud to join forces with an organisation whose work continues to make such a significant impact on the global film

community.

Audiences can look forward to a special screening of Oska Bright’s Drama Programme in Preston, Lancashire as part of Dragonfly’s Screening Event on March 19 and 20 2027.