Prospect of Whitby

The bicentenary of Captain James Cook’s first epic naval voyage is celebrated by Whitby townspeople in this jubilant short film.

Despite being shot during the closing stages of the Second World War, Whitby appears full of tranquillity and peace.

A nostalgic dip and drive around the North Yorkshire coast in the sun-kissed 50s.

Eating, dancing in the front room, playing football in the garden, walking around Whitby, a birthday party, a wedding – just being common people, only with a Jewish twist.

The second in Michael Smith and Maxy Bianco's trilogy of films on Britain's coastal edgelands, in which they explore the spooky enchantment of Whitby.

North Yorkshire bound through the lens of 'Cam' Camwell

Discover why Luke Bean of Northumbria University believes everyone should experience Oldboy at least once.

Samantha Arnold of Northumbria University offers fresh insight into why Wings of Desire remains essential viewing.

The acclaimed director discusses his landmark film in this interview from 2005.

Directors Christine Molloy and Joe Lawlor dig deep into their thrilling biopic Baltimore, in discussion with Nadia M Oliva.

Actor Herbert Norville discusses working with the pioneering filmmaker on his groundbreaking 1975 drama, Pressure.

An impassioned discussion on the life, work and legacy of the eminent filmmaker Horace Ové, chaired by Samira Ahmed.