British Film Week
2026
Edition 2026 — Finished
Edition 2026 — British Film Week
The 18th edition of the British and Irish Film Week was held from January 24 to 31, 2026, at the Grand Logis de Bruz, with a focus on Scottish actor and director James McAvoy, a feature film competition submitted to public vote, previews, masterclasses, and numerous British events.
British and Irish Film Week — 18th Edition (2026)
The 18th edition took place from January 24 to 31, 2026, at the Grand Logis de Bruz (Ille-et-Vilaine). The program included: a selection of British and Irish films in original version with subtitles, previews, gems rarely distributed in France, as well as a competition of five feature films submitted for the Audience Award and a youth jury.
Focus on James McAvoy
The 2026 edition honored Scottish actor and director James McAvoy, with a retrospective ranging from The Last King of Scotland to California Schemin'.
Events and Workshops
The festival offered masterclasses on the history of English-language cinema and the art of the remake, free workshops ("Let's create a film... in 3 hours!", sound effects and dubbing), a tea time area, library activities, an escape game, and a young audience program. The closing night, on Saturday, January 31, featured a selection of short films and the announcement of the awards.
Programme
Films in Competition (Audience Award)
- The Salt Path
- Brides
- Spilt Milk
- California Schemin'
- I Swear
Focus on James McAvoy
Retrospective dedicated to the Scottish actor and director, from The Last King of Scotland to California Schemin'.
Workshops and Events (free)
- Sat. January 24 · 2:30 PM — Workshop "Let's create a film... in 3 hours!"
- Wed. January 28 · 2:30 PM — Sound effects and dubbing workshop
- Sat. January 31 · 2:30 PM — Workshop "Do you know curry?"
- Tea time area open all week, masterclasses, library activities, escape game, and young audience program
Closing
- Sat. January 31 · 8 PM — Short film screening and awards announcement
Daily screenings generally at 2 PM, 6 PM, and 8:30 PM.
Highlights
- 18th edition at the Grand Logis de Bruz (Ille-et-Vilaine)
- Focus on James McAvoy, Scottish actor and director
- Competition of 5 feature films with Audience Award and youth jury
- British and Irish films in original version with subtitles
- Tea time, masterclasses, free workshops, and family activities
Prices
5.50€ — 7.00€
Reduced price: €5.50 (under 26, students, job seekers, subscribers)
Workshops free upon registration.