Manchester Animation Festival

Join us for journey into the heart of contemporary British animation and experience a unique cinematic showcase. From charming tales to thought-provoking narratives, immerse yourself in the creativity and innovation of British animators and discover the filmmaking voices that make the UK a world power in creativity.

This relaxed screening is for a range of audience members who benefit from a less formal environment. This includes those with Autism Spectrum conditions, learning disabilities, Tourette's Syndrome, ADHD or people with other neurodiverse conditions. In a relaxed screening, you can expect low lights to remain on in the cinema and lower sound, with audiences free to move around if needed. These screenings will be limited to 50% capacity.

Please remember to treat other audience members with kindness, and to respect everyone's unique ways of enjoying animation.

This screening carries the following trigger warnings for content: Sexual Assault, Death and Dying, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Homophobia, Racism, Body Dysmorphia.

Trigger warning content categories used are courtesy of the Film and TV Charity's advice: https://bit.ly/3VUsEF4