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Why wheelchair-users are being let down at the silver-screen

Substandard treatment at the silver-screen for wheelchair-users is an archaic notion that still affects many cinema-goers in 2011. The Muscular Dystrophy Campaign Trailblazers, a group of disabled young people campaigning on social issues, have launched their findings on a report into cinema access for wheel-chair users, with appallingly disappointing results.

UK film luminaries protest against UKFC cuts

Dozens of high-profile British actors have condemned the proposed attack on the UK Film Council.

Aussie vultures close on UKFC

The head of AusFilm has indicated that the Australian film industry may try to usurp the UK if arts funding is slashed.

Film Council set for crisis talks with government

The UK Film Council will meet Government representatives today to discuss the debate over its closure.

“Mr Hunt, give me a future!” – Harry Brown director supports our campaign

Daniel Barber, the Oscar-nominated director of Michael Caine crime flick Harry Brown, has applauded Best For Film’s campaign to defend the UKFC.

Save the UK Film Council!

If the government won’t defend the arts, who will? Best For Film, that’s who! We’re mounting a campaign to protect the vital work of the UK Film Council, and we need YOUR support.