About the Trust
Founded in honour of one of Britain’s most celebrated actors, the Sir John Hurt Film Trust preserves and promotes the art of film through education, outreach, and storytelling.
From supporting young filmmakers to bringing cinema to rural communities, the Trust celebrates creativity and ensures that film remains accessible to all.
Your Support Fuels
Creativity and Connection
Every donation, large or small, helps us bring the power of film to life through:
inspiring students and emerging
creatives.
bringing people together
through shared stories.
taking cinema to unexpected
places.
preserving Sir John Hurt’s
legacy for future generations.
film and reminiscence sessions that bring
joy, comfort, and connection to people
living with dementia.
410+
Attendees on Educational Courses
in 2024/25
504 +
Attendees at Trust Screenings
in 2025
2883+
Attendees at School Screenings
in 2025
“John was passionate about the power of film – to entertain, to educate, to enlighten and to empower and I know he would be very happy to see this work continued in his name by the Sir John Hurt Film Trust.”
– Lady Anwen Hurt
