Edinburgh International Film Festival
One of the oldest continuously running film festivals in the world, with programmes of new British and international shorts.
- Where
- Edinburgh, UK
- Founded
- 1947
- Usually runs
- August
- Qualifies for
- No major award qualification
- Focus
- A historic general film festival with short film programmes
- Official site
- edfilmfest.org
Founded in 1947, Edinburgh International Film Festival is one of the oldest film festivals in the world. It runs alongside the city’s August festival season, and its short film programmes have shown new British and international work for decades. Two Films About Loneliness, in Greenhorn’s 2015 selection, also screened in Edinburgh.
Who it suits
Filmmakers looking for a respected UK festival with a broad audience. The festival’s structure and dates have changed in recent years, so always check the official site for current submission details and award eligibility.
Dates, rules and award-qualifying status change every year. Check the official site before you submit.
Visit the official Edinburgh International Film Festival website