Film past papers · IB SL
2021–2026Group 6Textual analysis · Comparative study · Portfolio
IB Film SL past papers — by session
Every recent Film exam series we cover (2021–2026), each with Textual analysis, Comparative study, Portfolio. Practise a paper, then mark it against the IB band descriptors — that's where the grade is won.
Practice by topic
Criterion-based practice for every syllabus point — revise the lesson, then mark your response band-by-band.
- 1.1Textual analysis and film language
- 1.2Film techniques — image, sound and editing
- 1.3Narrative and meaning in film analysis
- 1.4Mise-en-scène and cinematography in depth
- 2.1Comparative study
- 2.2Filmmakers, contexts and presentation
- 2.3Film movements and global cinema
- 3.1Film portfolio
- 3.2Portfolio development and reflective rationale
- 3.3Production roles and craft skills
- 4.1Collaborative film project
Papers by exam series
- May 2026SLTextual analysisComparative studyPortfolio
- November 2025SLTextual analysisComparative studyPortfolio
- May 2025SLTextual analysisComparative studyPortfolio
- November 2024SLTextual analysisComparative studyPortfolio
- May 2024SLTextual analysisComparative studyPortfolio
- November 2023SLTextual analysisComparative studyPortfolio
- May 2023SLTextual analysisComparative studyPortfolio
- November 2022SLTextual analysisComparative studyPortfolio
- May 2022SLTextual analysisComparative studyPortfolio
- November 2021SLTextual analysisComparative studyPortfolio
- May 2021SLTextual analysisComparative studyPortfolio
Practise any paper, then upload your answer for criteria-based feedback while official IB mark-scheme marking rolls out.
Frequently asked questions
- Where can I find IB Film SL past papers?
- Every recent Film SL exam series (2021–2026) is listed below by session, covering Textual analysis, Comparative study, Portfolio. Practise each, then mark against the band descriptors.
- Does IB Film have mark schemes?
- Yes — IB publishes mark schemes that use markbands and assessment criteria. Our guides explain how examiners place answers into level bands so you can mark your own work like an examiner.
- What's the best way to use Film past papers?
- Work a full paper under timed conditions, mark yourself strictly against the band descriptors, list every mark you dropped, then drill those skills before the next session.
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