Past Event
Somewhere To Stay
Film festival distribution & strategy masterclass, screening, live music, pitching & networking at Karma Sanctum Soho
Join us at the Karma Sanctum Soho Hotel for an exclusive evening centred around the film Somewhere to Stay (directed by Amirhossein Hatami), complete with live music, an industry masterclass, pitching sessions, and networking with London’s creative film community!
⏰ Event Schedule
- 18:00 – 19:00 | Live Music Showcase & Networking Kick off the evening with live music and drinks while connecting with fellow filmmakers and creatives.
- 19:00 – 20:00 | Film Screening & Industry Masterclass Screening of Somewhere to Stay, followed by an exclusive Masterclass on International Film Festival Distribution and Strategy for attending filmmakers.
- 20:00 – 20:30 | Live Pitching Session Watch filmmakers pitch exciting new projects—or get inspired to pitch your own.
- 20:30 – 21:00 | Networking Break Grab a drink, exchange ideas, and reflect on the pitches.
- 21:00 – 21:30 | The Creative Voices Panel & Q&A An insightful panel discussion with industry guests followed by an audience Q&A.
- 21:30 – 22:00 | Networking Wrap up the night with final drinks, making last connections, and collaborating on upcoming projects.
🗓️ Event Details
- Date: Tuesday, 29th September
- Time: 18:00 – 22:00
The dress code is smart-casual
EVENT DATE
Tuesday, 29th September 2026
Event Starts: 6:00 PM
Event Ends: 10:00 PM
Stay Tuned
Presenter
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Ena Begovic
Paloma Siblik
Singer
GUESTS
Ruhi Hamid
Oscar Nominated Director
Will Rowlands
Actor & Producer
Stephen Lennhoff
Director/Producer
Simona Lazarova
Paloma Siblik
Actor
Nimra Munawar
Independent Filmmaker / Writer
Mark Rivas Salcedo
Cinematographer
Jonathan Hansler
Actor
Rob Marshall
Creative Director & Producer
Paul Chiedozie
Creative Producer
emma dark
Filmmaker
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Martin Razpopov
Actor
Dale Reynolds
Actor
Makeup Consultant
Opal
Makeup artist
Opal Griffith is thrilled to invite you to an exclusive beauty experience on the 16th of July at Karma Sanctum Soho Hotel in London.
Whether you are arriving from the office or preparing for the evening’s festivities, Opal is offering 15-minute express makeup treatments to help you look and feel your absolute best.
To help us organise the sessions smoothly and ensure everyone has enough time for their glow-up moment before the evening begins, please let us know in advance if you would like a touch-up session reserved for you.
Film Screening
**Event Announcement: Exclusive Screening of ‘The Country Gentlewoman’! **
SHY Films is thrilled to host an exclusive screening of the highly-anticipated film ‘The Country Gentlewoman’ at the Karma Sanctum Soho Hotel. Join us on Tuesday, February 3rd, at 7:00 PM for a cinematic experience to remember. The Film: A witty spoof of a primetime TV cooking show, directed by Hope Lines and Ellie Dinnes, ‘The Country Gentlewoman’ presents an unexpected narrative. It follows hostesses Arabella and Margaret as they blend unexpected elements, from wine to unique cleaning products! We are delighted that the cast and crew will be in attendance for a special Q&A after the screening. Don’t miss this opportunity!
Ellie Dinnes
Hope Lines
Performing Artists
To Be Confirm !
Anthea Ferrell
George Ides
Singer
Cryptic Prophet
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Paloma Siblik
Singer
Meershr
Singer
Media Professionals
Marie Pecriaux
Videographer
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Tahra Sebti
Multimedia Producer
Chris Power
Photographer
Host
Ena Begovic
Harrite Olivia-Wilson
ORGANISERS
HARRY HAROON
RICHARD MICHALEC
Live and unmissable! We’re streaming the entire event live on our social media channels.
Disclaimer : Please note that the guests listed have confirmed their participation for Tuesday, 29th. However, we cannot guarantee their attendance on the day.
Disclaimer : “Please note that photos and videos will be taken during the event for promotional purposes. By attending, you consent to the use of your image for social media and marketing.
Location:
Karma Sanctum Soho London
20 Warwick Street London W1B 5NF United Kingdom
Recap: Live Event (May 26th) - See How It Went!
Saie Surendra
Film Director
Independent Film Curse of the Influencers, Directed by Saie Surendra, Born from SHY Films Events, Hits the Festival Circuit
SHY Films is delighted to celebrate the success of Curse of the Influencers, an independent film directed by Saie Surendra, which originated from our Soho networking events. The film’s talented cast and crew first connected at one of our SHY Films gatherings — a space designed to bring together creative professionals from across the industry to collaborate and inspire one another.
In 2024, Curse of the Influencers premiered at a SHY Films event, giving our community the very first glimpse of this bold and thought-provoking project. Since then, the film has continued its journey on the international festival circuit, earning acclaim for its compelling storytelling and standout performances under Saie Surendra’s direction.
This achievement perfectly reflects the spirit of SHY Films events — fostering genuine connections that spark meaningful collaborations, and celebrating the creative projects that are born within our vibrant community.