We were delighted and humbled by the turnout last night at the Grassmarket Community Cinema, thanks to the many people that showed up and Save the Filmhouse are delighted with the money raised.
We’re very grateful to Rohan and the Grassmarket Community Cinema for making the space available, to Christian Newman for running the tech and for our staff, Imogen Robinson and our programmer, Becca Selby. Thanks also to Rod from the Filmhouse team for providing […]
We’re delighted to announce that the ESFF has been granted BIFA qualifying status.
We’re looking forward to working with BIFA in bringing outstanding shorts to new audiences!
Wish we had the Filmhouse back?
Come along to the Save the Filmhouse Fundraiser and your wishes will come true!
SAVE THE FILMHOUSE FUNDRAISER!
Weds 17th April 7:00pm
Grassmarket Community Centre
A programme of Scottish and Edinburgh-made shorts, curated by the ESFF
and the Grassmarket cinema.
Entry is by donation to STF (cash only, amount discretionary)
Content Advisory 18+
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Our patron and jurist, BAFTA Breakthrough nominee Jamie Robson, was interviewed recently for The National newspaper where he discussed short films and the film industry in Scotland:
“They (short films) demonstrate ability prior to a filmmaker developing their debut feature which can be ahuge leap. Shorts can help draw attention to new filmmakers and provide a safe space for experimentation. They’re like sketchbooks – before there’s a Mona Lisa, there are preliminary works that are valuable […]
We’re thrilled to be partnering up with our friends Shortcutz Amsterdam to bring the Shortcutz Amsterdam 10th International Audience Awards
to Edinburgh audiences!
the Grassmarket Community Cinema on Wednesday January 17th at 7:30pm
FREE ENTRY! Donations to Grassmarket Project
Watch the films and vote on the best Dutch short film of the year!
Age:18+
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We’re delighted to announce the winners of our 2023 awards;
BEST FILM
Last Days of Summer
by Stenzin Tankyong
BEST ANIMATION
The Smile
by Erik van Schaaik
BEST SCOTTISH FILM
Candy
by Sarah Grant
We’re delighted to close our 13th edition with a few images of our closing night as well as a pick of some of the events over the 11 days from 26th October.
We had a fantastic 2023 edition and we’re super-thrilled with the response from everyone!
We also need to thank the many people that participated and helped to make this year’s ESFF feel like we were back to 2019 again, so many thanks – in no […]
Delighted with the response to our opening 3 days at the 2023 ESFF!
From visiting filmmakers to panellists on our Low Budget Filmmaking Masterclass, thanks to everyone for coming along and to our audiences for 4 sellout events!
Thanks also to Melanie Russel for the still!
Thanks also to our many guests and panellists this weekend:
Tom Gentle Director
Carys Evans Producer
Segolene Romier Animator
Jamie Robson Actor
Holly Jack Director/Actor
Rachel Fitzgerald Animator
Ana Songel GMAC
Kate Hammer Director
Katriona Tweedie […]
We’re excited to announce our 2023 programme!
The 13th edition of the Edinburgh Short Film Festival opens on Thursday 26th October and runs to Sunday 5th November, from Cannes winners to Clermont-Ferrand Winners and winners from a host of international film festivals, alongside the best Scottish and UK short films of 2023, we’re also hosting guest programmes from our international partner festivals.
On Sat Oct 28th, we’re collaborating with our friends at Glasgow Media Access Centre to […]
Summary:
Applications must be submitted by the 25th of August to [email protected].
Comprehensive support includes network resources, equipment, creative input, and up to £10k budget.
Unpublished scripts are welcome, including those in development.
Candidates can define their roles in the production.
Shooting starts this summer.
How to create a short film? Each person will have their own response to this query, but to find a definite answer, you must ask those shaking the film landscape in […]
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