Manchester & NorthWest Libraries

North West Film Archive (NWFA)
in Manchester Metropolitan University

North West Film Archive

Manchester Metropolitan University
Minshull House
47-49 Chorlton Street
Manchester
M1 3EU
Tel: 0161-247 3097
Fax: 0161-247 3098
Minicom: 0161-247 6536
Website: www.nwfa.mmu.ac.uk
Email: n.w.filmarchive@mmu.ac.uk

The North West Film Archive (NWFA) is a public regional collection which holds over 26,500 reels of film and videotape from early 'animated pictures' to contemporary productions. The experiences and interests of North West people are vividly captured in both professional and amateur footage - a powerful record of modern urban society in moving pictures. The NWFA collection includes cinema newsreels, documentaries, educational and training films, travelogues, advertising and promotional material, corporate videos and regional television programmes - alongside hundreds of films shot by local families and enthusiasts. Thanks to the support of over 1,000 depositors, the NWFA has established a collection which is both regionally specific and internationally significant. Local residents and groups can take advantage of the NWFA's free research, viewing and loan services, while subsidised fees apply to arts, heritage and library partners within the region. The NWFA is committed to developing audiences, with screenings held in railway stations, hospitals, shopping centres, bingo halls, residential homes and remand centres. Television and media producers benefit from a comprehensive access services at competitive rates. The NWFA is a registered charity and is a part of the Manchester Metropolitan University where a world class permanent home has been created.