
Six years ago our vision for IVFAF was to bring together vampire creatives from the genres of film, literature, academia and performing arts. We felt that by hosting a fusion of these art forms in the magnificent setting of Sighisoara's medieval citadel, in the heart of Transylvania, something very exciting would happen - and it did! We are aware of a number of creative collaborations that had their genesis within those ancient walls and for the last four years we have been honoured by FilmFreeway listing us in their top 100 festivals in the World.

In 2022 we are packing our coffins and travelling to the Welsh city of Cardiff, where our key location will be the spectacular Gothic mansion, Insole Court
Confirmed guests already include: Juliet Landau Deverill Weekes Kim Newman Mike Muncer Dr Stacey Abbott (presenting the keynote talk at the Vampire Academic Conference).
Due to unforeseen circumstances beyond the control of Juliet Landau and Deverill Weekes and the festival organisers, Juliet and Dev are no longer able to attend the festival in person. Instead, they will be joining us online to present the UK Premiere of A Place Among the Dead on Wednesday and at the Golden Stakes Awards on Friday.
Feedback from Delegates over the years has told us that running a programme for professionals from the sectors of Film, TV, Literature and Performing Arts alongside our Academic Conference creates a unique creative alchemy. Our 2022 Industry and Academic Conference is being held in the gothic splendour of Cardiff’s Insole Court, a key filming location for Deborah Harkness’ ‘Discovery of Witches.’
IVFAF films will be screened at nearby Chapter Arts.
For further information about Delegate tickets
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