Cinetopia: Recommends, 10 - 16 February 2025 💫
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Film screenings & events in Edinburgh and Glasgow 🍿
EDINBURGH
FILM SCREENINGS:
THE LAST SHOWGIRL + Recorded Q&A with Pamela Anderson / Advance screening of Gia Coppola’s latest film, a joyous tribute to a long-gone Las Vegas – and all the women who made it glitter. / CAMEO CINEMA / 10 Feb, 8.30 pm
Also showing with Q&A at Glasgow Film Theatre, 10 Feb, 8pm
LANGUE ÉTRANGÈRE / Fokus Films from Germany curated by Camilla Baier, presents the film "Langue Étrangère" by Claire Burger / FRENCH INSTITUTE / 11 Feb, 6pm
INUK / Tinderbox Collective presents this feature length film created by the Uummannaq Polar Institute (UPI) with filmmaker Mike Magidson, based on the true facts and philosophy of the Uummannaq Children’s Home / OOTB DRILL HALL / 12 Feb, 5.30pm
NO LOVE LOST - La Fille de son père / Single father Étienne must deal with the fact that his now-teenage daughter Rosa is ready to move away and lead her own life. / FRENCH INSTITUTE / 12 Feb, 2pm
AVATAR - THE LAST AIRBENDER + LIVE ORCHESTRA / 2-hour concert bringing the show’s iconic musical score to life, with highlights and favorite moments from the series / USHER HALL / 12 Feb, 7.30pm
Also on at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, 11 Feb, 7.30 pm
SLOW / Alternative Valentine's screening explores attraction and intimacy in an asexual relationship in this Lithuanian romantic drama / GRASSMARKET COMMUNITY CINEMA / 12 Feb, 7pm
SCRAPPER - BSL Film Club screening / Inclusive and accessible film club specifically designed for the deaf and hard-of-hearing communities, offering films with subtitles and open discussions in BSL after each screening. PLUS free tea, biscuits and popcorn included in your ticket! / DEAF ACTION / 13 Feb, 7pm
SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS - Relaxed movie screening / Gather together to spend an afternoon watching a classic movie on a big screen! Hot drinks are provided. / ERIC LIDDELL CENTRE / 13 Feb, 2pm
WHY NOT SCOTLAND? / Scotland The Big Picture's documentary looking at nature restoration across Europe and asking "Why not Scotland?" / THE HUB / 13 Feb, 7pm
FROM LA FANTASMAGORI TO THE FUTURE: SHORT FILMS / Extraordinary animation from around the globe, showcasing a dizzying range of styles, techniques, genres and ideas (part of Manipulate Arts Festival) / FRENCH INSTITUTE / 14 Feb, 6pm
ON THE EDGE - SHORTS / films looking at the impact of climate change on indigenous, rural, urban and coastal communities in Arctic and Sub-Arctic regions around the world, co-curated by Manipulate Arts and Take One Action! / FRENCH INSTITUTE / 15 Feb, 4pm
THE FILMS OF EDUARDO ‘EDDY’ WILLIAMS (Edinburgh AND Glasgow)/ CinemaAttic present a full retrospective of Argentine filmmaker Eduardo “Teddy” William’s work / 4-16 Feb, various locations - Full programme here
The Human Surge 3
12th Feb, 7.30pm Glasgow Film Theatre with director Q&A
15th Feb, 2.30pm at The Cameo, Edinburgh with director Q&A
A selection of Williams' short films
15th Feb, 7.30pm, St Peter’s Church Hall, Edinburgh
16th Feb, 7.30pm, The Pyramid at Anderston, Glasgow
A COMPLETE UNKNOWN - Dog Friendly screening / Bring your favourite pooch along to see Timothee Chalamet’s latest in James Mangold’s Bob Dylan biopic movie / CAMEO CINEMA / 15 Feb, 11.15am
MURIEL’S WEDDING / Freeze Frame Film Club present a special Valentine’s weekend screening of this iconic1990’s comedy-drama. Enjoy a celluloid-inspired, pre-show, 2-course meal in the Drill Hall Cafe, or just come for the film and freshly popped corn! / OUT OF THE BLUE DRILL HALL / 16 Feb, 6pm
EVENTS:
Capital Sci-Fi Con / Capital Sci Fi Con is back again for 2025! Scotland's only not-for-profit convention raising money for Children's Hospices Across Scotland / O2 ACADEMY / 15-16 Feb
BBC The Social: Content Creation Workshop / For 18-34 year olds, come and learn how to make social media content for the BBC! / EDINBURGH PRINTMAKERS / 11 Feb, 7pm
GLASGOW
FILM SCREENINGS:
MOONRISE KINGDOM - Autism-friendly screening / Access Film Club: a screening and post-film discussion in a friendly and welcoming environment / GFT / 10 Feb, 6pm
FINSTERWORLD / Fokus Films from Germany curated by Camilla Baier, presents the film Finsterworld by Frauke Finsterwalder / FRENCH INSTITUTE / 11 Feb, 6pm
MAGIC MIKE - EAT FILM AT SLOANE’S / Movie, main course, drink and popcorn for £20 pp / SLOANE’S / 11 Feb, 6.30pm
ELBOW + introduction / From the Fokus Films programme, a raw, urgent portrait of youth, identity, and resilience from director Aslı Özarslan, introduced by / GFT / 12 Feb, 6pm
BRIDGET JONES: MAD ABOUT THE BOY - Dog-friendly screening / Bridget is back, and on the dating apps! / GROSVENOR PICTURE THEATRE / 15 Feb, 4pm
CITY LIGHTS Silent film accompanied by the Wurlitzer / The magic of Charlie Chaplin's classic movie with live organ accompaniment by Iain McGlinchey / POLLOCKSHAWS BURGH HALL / 14 Feb, 7.30pm
DARK DAYS 10th Anniversary / Screening and discussion with artist Ellie Harrison and Producer/Curator Katie Bruce / GOMA / 15 Feb, 2pm
BARBIE / Galentine’s Weekend screening with fizz and canapes! / KIMPTON BLYTHSWOOD SQ. HOTEL / 15 Feb, 7.30pm
MARY & MAX + introduction / The debut animated feature from the director of Memoirs of a Snail, Glasgow Film Festival programmer Heather Bradshaw / GFT / 15 Feb, 3.30pm
FURTHER AFIELD
A mini selection of film-related treats happening around the UK!
TIREE - AS THE TIDE COMES IN + introduction / Cinetopia: DOC and Take One Action! present this meditative documentary by Juan Palacios, about a tiny Danish island community at threat from rising waters… / TIREE - SCREEN MACHINE (The Business Centre, Crossapol PA77 6UP) / 17 Feb, 5.30 pm
Also screening at THE CAMEO, EDINBURGH - 26 Feb, 7.30 pm + Q&A
LONDON - RECLAIM THE FRAME: REJOICE WEEKENDER / Celebrating the 20th anniversary of Birds’ Eye View Film Festival over International Women’s Day weekend / LONDON / 7-9 March, various times and locations
MANCHESTER - ACTORS & FILMMAKERS NETWORKING / HOME Manchester / 23 Feb, 2pm
OPPORTUNITIES
JOBS / WORK OPPORTUNITIES COMING UP:
Skills Coordinator (Screen) BFI Skills Cluster / Co-ordinating the BFI Skills Cluster (Scotland) activity as part of the funding awarded to Screen Scotland until April 2026 / SCOTLAND-WIDE / Deadline: 13 Feb
Board of Trustees Edinburgh Filmhouse /Applications open for the board of trustees / Deadline: 14 Feb
Social Media Coordinators (Cinema & Festival) Hot Docs Festival / Support social media management to promote the 2025 Hot Docs Film Festival, April 25–May 5, 2025, working with the Festival’s marketing team. / TORONTO / Deadline: 16 Feb
Promotion Executive, Warner Brothers (Innerleithen) / Dedicated and detail-oriented Promotion Executive for international cycling events (primarily mountain bike & track) for Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) Sports Europe / (no deadline given)
Film Club Hosts , Watershed Cinema / Looking for three people aged 18-25 to work together as Film Club hosts at Watershed, as part of BFI Film Academy for 16-25 year olds. / Deadline: 17 Feb
Curator in Residence FACT Liverpool / Looking for a mid-career curator interested in the overlapping fields of art, immersive and advanced technology, from a critical and/or social perspective. / LIVERPOOL / Deadline: 23 Feb
Head of Production Freak Films / Fixed-term, 6 months (possibility of extension) / EDINBURGH / Deadline: 24 Feb
Corporate Entertainment Manager - Toronto International Film Festival / looking for a dynamic, sales-driven, and client-focused professional with a passion for film and building high-impact partnership / TORONTO / Deadline: 28 Feb
Vote At BIFA (British Independent Film Awards) / Looking for experienced filmmakers and practitioners to take part in voting for the annual Awards nominees and winners, especially from regions and craft specialists / Deadline: 9 March
Freelance Illustrators (2) Heehaw Films / Hiring two freelance illustrators to help us on a new project. Strong skills in Adobe Illustrator are essential / Email portfolio to dan@heehaw.co.uk / EDINBURGH / Deadline: end April
COURSES & WORKSHOPS:
Film Programming Essentials / Explore the fundamentals of creating a film programme / BFI building STEPHEN STREET / LONDON in person 3 March, ONLINE 18 & 20 March / BFI FAN NETWORK / Deadline: 21 Feb
Adobe Premiere Courses / / New online courses in Adobe Premiere including the Avid to Premiere conversion course - affordable, Inclusive and Accessible learning / Ability Post Production Academy / Ongoing Availability
Talking Shorts / Three tandem workshops and industry discussion spaces taking place at key short film festivals across Europe / Deadline: 21 Feb
Film Festival Strategy 101 / Learn festival strategy essentials: submission processes, selecting the right festivals, and positioning your film for success - led by Katie Bignell, Founder and Film Festival Strategist / Festival Formula / Online 25 Feb, 10am
Through The Lens: Filmmaking Course for Adults / Hands-on training in key filmmaking roles, screenings and discussions, and creating a short film in your community! / SCREEN EDUCATION EDINBURGH / Deadline: 28 Feb
TV Writing for Beginners / A hands-on workshop designed to deepen your understanding of writing for TV dramas / GMAC, 103 TRONGATE / 1 March, 10 am
TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT:
IDFA Project Space / A unique, creativity-driven talent development program for first or second-time documentary directors / June-September ONLINE + AMSTERDAM / Deadline: 14 Feb
Indielab TV Accelerator 2025 / Develop the skills to take your business to the next level across the evolving TV and content ecosystems. / Deadline: 7 March
Take part in a free information session to find out more: Monday 3 March, 1pm - 2pm
Intro:DOX at CPH:FORUM / Accreditation for two full days of curated sessions at CPH:FORUM providing essential tools for new filmmakers and producers to thrive in the established industry ecosystem / COPENHAGEN / Deadline: 15 Feb
FUNDING / AWARDS / FESTIVALS:
FESTIVALS LOOKING FOR FILM SUBMISSIONS:
Edinburgh Short Film Festival / All genres considered, maximum duration 25 mins. Scottish and international films! / Early Bird deadline: 21 Feb
Monstrose Land x Sea Festival, Scotland’s Environmental Film Festival, taking place 12-14 September 2025 at The Montrose Playhouse! Early Bird deadline: 24 Feb
Women X festival / Proudly shining a spotlight on the extraordinary talents of women and gender nonconforming directors, writers, and producers / Spring deadline: 8 March
Folkestone Doc Fest / All full-length, mid-length and short docs accepted, and artist films. Festival runs October 22-26 / Early deadline: 9 March
Central Scotland Documentary Festival / Celebrates creative documentary and non-fiction filmmaking, curated and presented by Macrobert Arts Centre, taking place 30 Oct - 3 Nov 2025 / Deadline: 21 March
Edinburgh International Film Festival 2025 / Festival will run from 14-20 August / Deadline: 18 April
FUNDS, GRANTS, FELLOWSHIPS:
Catapult Development Grant / provides early-stage support to documentary filmmakers when funding is hardest to find / Deadline: 12 Feb
Sundance Ignite x Adobe: identifies and supports new voices and talent from the next generation of filmmakers and fosters fresh audiences for independent storytelling / Deadline: 14 Feb
Shore Scripts Short Film Fund / Submit your narrative short, animation, web series pilot, or proof-of-concept for a chance to win a $15,000 production grant or $4,000 in finishing funds. / Early Deadline, 28 Feb
NEWS:
Film stories, productions, news, reports, industry insights, and other tidbits that have caught our attention this week!
Picturehouse launches new UK industry event, Picturehouse Create 🙌
Film & TV Charity’s landmark mental health survey, the 2024 Looking Glass Report is out - *trigger warning* 📃
Glasgow Short Film Festival opens with film celebrating Scottish queer club night Hot Mess 🏳️🌈
Pinewood developing a new Indie Film Hub due to open in summer 2025 📽️
Film Festivals coming up:
Manipulate Arts Festival / 12 - 15 February / Edinburgh
Berlinale Film Festival / 13-23 February / Berlin, Germany
Move Summit / 19-21 February / Edinburgh
Glasgow Short Film Festival / 19-23 March / Glasgow
Hippfest Silent Film Festival / 19-23 March / Bo’ness
BFI Future Film Festival: 20 February – 6 March / London and venues UK-wide
Glasgow Film Festival: 26 February - 9 March / Glasgow
Borderlines Film Festival - 28 February - 15 March / Multiple venues across Herefordshire, Shropshire, Malvern and the Marches
FrightFest Glasgow - 6-8 March / Glasgow
Manchester Film Festival - 14-23 March / Manchester