Art

Playback: Touring Exhibition in association with Random Acts

Date: Friday, Aug 18 2017 - Sunday, Aug 27 2017
Venue: Arnolfini

Watch over 200 bold and creative short films made by young artist filmmakers.

The award-winning short films that feature in this interactive exhibition have been created by 16-24 year-olds from all over England, including many young filmmakers from Bristol.

Presenting films that cover a wide variety of subjects and art forms, Playback reflects the concerns and vision of a diverse pool of young people working with film today. From narrative films about drag queens, super-heroes, job centres and zombies to animated stories that feature talking goldfish and radioactive snails.

EatDrink24/7 Launch Party is back on July 8 2026!
Exclusive collabs from Bristol’s favourite food vendors, available for one night only. Be first to grab your free copy of the EatDrink24/7 guide – plus every ticket comes with a free limited-edition beer can.

The exhibition is made up of individual touchscreens, giving you the opportunity to choose the films you wish to see, from drama and comedy, to dance and spoken word.

Meet the Filmmakers
Filmmakers from the South West of England will be present in the exhibition space daily from 2pm-4pm.

If you would like to find out more about the inspiration and process behind the work in the exhibition, this is your opportunity to come along and meet the talent behind the films.

Open Tue-Sun 11am-6pm (Fri 18 1pm onwards). For more info, visit https://www.arnolfini.org.uk/whatson/playback

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By steve wright, Thursday, Aug 17 2017

EATDRINK24/7 LAUNCH PARTY
CALLING ALL FOODIES!

Bristol's only truly independent food & drink guide is back, and we're throwing a party to celebrate on July 8 2026 at Wiper and True Brewery & Taproom, Old Market.

  • Exclusive collaborations from Bristol's favourite food vendors (you can't try these special dishes anywhere else)
  • Be the first to pick up your free copy of the EatDrink24/7 Guide
  • Music + great drinks
  • Each ticket includes a beer from Wiper and True, a special limited-edition can created just for the occasion.

One night only - don't miss out

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