Eight stories. One ancient county. A world of legends.
Once Upon a Time in Suffolk is a 100-minute feature anthology bringing together eight original stories inspired by East Anglian myths and legends, alongside imaginative new interpretations of classic fairy tales.
Created by filmmakers, performers and crew from across East Anglia, the film moves between fantasy, mystery, humour, magical realism and darker folklore while celebrating the landscapes and stories of the region.
It is designed to work particularly well as a one-off community or event screening rather than requiring a conventional week-long cinema run.
Interested in seeing the complete film before booking? Request a private exhibitor screener below.
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WHY SCREEN IT?
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A distinctive British story
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A feature rooted in English folklore, landscape and regional storytelling.
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An event rather than just another film
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Screenings can include an introduction, filmmaker Q&A or local folklore/heritage activity where practical.
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Ready for exhibition
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Film Suffolk can provide a cinema-ready 4K Scope DCP and high-quality digital screening files.
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Promotional support included
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Poster artwork, film stills, trailer, approved copy and social-media support can be supplied.
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Suitable for community audiences
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Particularly relevant to community cinemas, film societies, arts venues, heritage audiences and people interested in folklore, fantasy and independent British film.
Many available for Q&As across East Anglia and London
Picked up by BBC News, local news outlets and international magazines (Starburst, Psychic News)
Recent theatrical release with many regional screenings confirmed
All our public screenings to date have fully sold out.
Collected audience data shows strong positive ratings
SCREENING INFORMATION
Running time: approximately 100 minutes
Language: English
Format: feature anthology
Primary exhibition format: 4K Scope DCP, 5.1 Dolby
Alternative delivery: high-quality digital file available where appropriate
Screening type: one-off public, community, film-society or special-event screenings
Introductions / Q&As: available where practical
Classification: The film has received 12A classification for its existing regional theatrical screenings through local-authority classification. Film Suffolk is currently considering a national BBFC classification as the wider UK screening programme develops. Until then, some venues may need to obtain permission or classification from their relevant local authority. Film Suffolk can supply the necessary information and viewing materials.
Do not describe the film as currently BBFC certified.
SCREENING ENQUIRY FORM
Whether you run a community cinema, independent cinema, film society, arts venue or special-interest organisation, we'd love to hear from you.
If you have an aversion to contact forms, please feel free to email us at info@filmsuffolk.org.uk
