The Hornet Film Festival is a London-based event designed to provide a platform for independent filmmakers and screenwriters to showcase their work to public audiences. The festival screens around ten short films, and audience members vote for the best film, with awards given for first, second, and third place. It aims to foster an inclusive and diverse community for filmmakers to network and collaborate. The festival accepts various film genres, including documentary, animation, and live-action, with an emphasis on strong directorial visions and storytelling.