Do you have information about free, open source editing software? Perhaps you know of an incredibly helpful way of memorising scripts? Or maybe you use a particular template to develop film ideas? Come share with your peers in this Queer Filmmakers Group session! The August session will be very member focused. We will collectively discuss […]
Have a passion for documentaries, TV programmes and series? Curious about how films that follow no scripts get made? Want to learn about how to get into the medium? Come get a feel for unscripted filmmaking at the upcoming Queer Filmmakers Group session, developed with Screen Scotland. Dani Carlaw, Head of Unscripted, is joining […]
Join the British Film Institute’s (BFI) ‘We Crip Film’ in celebrating disabled rage, intersectionality, & queer joy in the film industry. Together, we will go on a journey of giving birth to a film. From production all the way through to film festival aftercare answering the many conundrums “how do I balance access and […]
Curious about making a short film in just two days? Ready to team up with other creatives one last time to bring your ideas to life? Come join us for the final session of the SQIFF Queer Filmmakers Group, where we’ll celebrate our journey together with a special 48-Hour Film Challenge! This final gathering […]
**Please note this event is now sold out – we may be able to release more tickets nearer the screening.** A compelling evening of short films exploring the complexities of masculinity today – from harm to love. What does it mean to be masculine today? Young men face increasing pressures, grappling with toxic […]
An engaging, participatory session led by filmmaker and artist Kiana Kalantar-Hormozi, exploring the limits of activist filmmaking and how new narratives of unique individual truths can lead to greater societal understanding. Open to all Scotland-based filmmakers, moving image artists, producers and cinematographers. Through an open and reflective discussion, we will critically examine the role of […]
**Please note this event is now sold out – we may be able to release more tickets nearer the screening. Edinburgh Arts Festival are operating a waiting list for sold out events – please contact [email protected] to be added to this!** SQIFF are very excited to announce our collaboration with Rhubaba for the Edinburgh […]
Join SQIFF and Trans on Screen for an exciting speed-filmmaking event exclusively for queer and trans filmmakers. Designed in a fast-paced “speed dating” format, this session connects queer and trans directors, producers and HODs looking to spark new collaborations and bring fresh stories to life. Whether you're an emerging filmmaker or already working in […]
**Please note this event is now sold out – we may be able to release more tickets nearer the screening. We are operating a waiting list for sold out events on the platform Ticket Tailor, where we sell our tickets for SQIFF 2025 – please add your name to the waitlist and you'll be […]
**Please note this event is now sold out – we may be able to release more tickets nearer the screening. We are operating a waiting list for sold out events on the platform Ticket Tailor, where we sell our tickets for SQIFF 2025 – please add your name to the waitlist and you'll be […]
