Sara Brannan, Mary, The Aesthetica Art Prize 2012

Focusing on what usually goes unseen, Mary subverts the conventional run of a film in a powerful and revealing act. Sara Brannan’s work is based around the appropriation and manipulation of films.

Aesthetica Art Prize Exhibition at York St Mary’s

We take a look at one of the opportunities available for both Aesthetica Art Prize artists. Selected entries will be part of an exhibition held in York St Mary’s, York Art Gallery’s contemporary art space.

‘Do it’, Manchester International Festival

Part of this year’s Manchester International Festival is being held at the Arndale Shopping Centre: Europe’s third largest mall and described as ‘the jewel in the city’s retail crown’.

Project Space: Word. Sound. Power. at Tate Modern

Word. Sound. Power. is the result of a curatorial collaboration between Tate Modern in London and Khoj International Artists’ Association in New Delhi, who will take the exhibition in early 2014.

Interview with James Franco: Psycho Nacirema at Pace gallery, London

When thinking of James Franco, images of an intense acting talent spring to mind, his performance in 127 Hours was nothing short of incredible, as he captivated audiences with his near solo performance.

Fellini – The Exhibition, Amsterdam

Fellini – The Exhibition expands the influential filmmaker’s universe and uncovers the sources of his fertile imagination. 20 years after his death, EYE, Amsterdam opens this show on 30 June.

Interview with the director of Secret Cinema, Fabien Riggall

This year sees innovative company, Secret Cinema, providing a boundary-pushing venture for five fruitful years, which fully immerses the audience into the world of a film. We speak to Fabien Riggall.

Venice Biennale Report: Danish Pavilion

The Danish pavilion at the Venice Biennale stands as a rather desolate figure among the well-tended buildings surrounding it. The apparent entrance is a door that stands permanently shut and unattended.

Venice Report: Love Me Love Me Not

Love Me Love Me Not offers an insight into the rich and varied cultures of the countries represented. Running at the Venice Biennale until November, the showcase collates the work of 17 artists.

RA Schools Show 2013

The RA Schools Show, the annual exhibition of works by final year students, will open on 19 June at the iconic Royal Academy Schools. The show is held in the historic studio spaces of the Schools.

Venice Biennale Report: Interview with Gilad Ratman for Israeli Pavilion

Aesthetica speaks to Gilad Ratman, currently representing Israel at the Venice Biennale about politics, narratives and his project for the event. The Workshop is a five-channel video installation.

Review of Asymmetrical Cinema, Beaconsfield

Asymmetrical Cinema is a fitting title for the unsettling cacophony of noise and image currently on show at Beaconsfield. The exhibition is curated by Dale Holmes and Kirsten Cooke.

10 To See: Degree Shows

At Aesthetica we like to keep an eye on emerging artists, and one of the best ways to do that is to take note of the numerous degree shows open this summer. Here are our 10 favourite shows to see.

Notes from the Underground, Short Film from ASFF

Directed by Lukas Demgenski and produced by Valerie Hanson, Notes from the Underground is a 10 minute documentary on the people who run the London underground system.

Ben Wheatley

A Field in England, the fourth feature film from british director Ben Wheatley, is a visceral experience; a psychedelic period drama that utterly immerses its audience.

Edinburgh International Film Festival 2013

The Edinburgh International Film Festival searches for the world’s best emerging filmmakers, while also providing a rich platform for discussion.

The Jockstrap Raiders, Short Film from ASFF

Produced at the University of California by director Mark Nelson, The Jockstrap Raiders was awarded the Best Animation title at last year’s Aesthetica Short Film Festival. Submit your film by 31 May.

Matt Greenhalgh: Supermarket Girl, Short Film from ASFF

BAFTA award winning screenwriter Matt Greenhalgh’s Supermarket Girl was a huge success at ASFF 2012. The short film follows the blossoming friendship between two supermarket workers.

53rd Krakow Film Festival

The 53rd Krakow Film Festival includes the screenings of documentaries, short films and animations from across the world. Beginning on 26 May, the festival will run until 2 June.

Photoshopping, Short Film, ASFF

Written and directed by Mark Davenport of Fishmonger Films UK, Photoshopping is a 15 minute dark comedy about Elaine, a woman striving to turn her hobby into a world record. At ASFF 2012.