Safflicks runs three annual Sapphic Film Festivals in partnership with Lesflicks. Founded in 2022 by Naomi Bennett, who has been running sapphic film festivals in the UK both in-person and virtually since 2016, our mission is to showcase authentic lesbian and bisexual shorts, features and series while supporting filmmakers by bringing their sapphic stories to a sapphic audience. After all festivals took a hiatus in 2024 and 2025, we are returning in 2026 with festivals for Women’s History Month (March), Pride Month (June), and our main October festival. With everything happening in the LGBTQ+ space, creating visibility for sapphic stories and nurturing a sense of community and connection has never been more vital.
SAFFLICKS WOMEN'S FILM FEST
Virtual: 1 March 2026 - 31 March 2026
Programme announcement: 1 February 2026
SAFFLICKS FILM FEST
Virtual: 1 October 2026 - 31 October 2026
Programme announcement: 1 September 2026



