Leith Short Film Festival
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The Leith Short Film Festival brings a curated selection of powerful short cinema to The Pitt. The event champions the freshest new talent, offering a platform for emerging voices to be seen and heard. These immersive works are designed for the big screen, capturing the raw energy of contemporary filmmaking.
A Day Celebrating New Voices in Film Proudly presenting Leith Short Film Festival 2026! An immersive film-focused event dedicated to championing powerful short films, connecting the freshest new talent, and exploring inspiring conversations with emerging filmmakers. Get Ready for an action-packed day featuring: • Powerful Short Films • Filmmakers Q&A • Live Panel Discussions • Official Awards Ceremony • Networking Leith Short film festival is aimed at emerging filmmakers and lovers of all things film! Whether you’re just starting out your filmmaking journey, part of a local community, a film enthusiast or an already well-seasoned filmmaker, we invite you to join us! We look forward to welcoming you to this exciting new event, where powerful stories are shared with live audiences.
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Leith Short Film Festival takes place on Saturday, 26 September 2026.
Leith Short Film Festival is held at The Pitt in Edinburgh (20 West Shore Road, Edinburgh North EH5 1QD).
Tickets for Leith Short Film Festival can be booked via thepitt.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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The Leith Short Film Festival brings a curated selection of powerful short cinema to The Pitt. The event champions the freshest new talent, offering a platform for emerging voices to be seen and heard. These immersive works are designed for the big screen, capturing the raw energy of contemporary filmmaking.
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A Day Celebrating New Voices in Film Proudly presenting Leith Short Film Festival 2026! An immersive film-focused event dedicated to championing powerful short films, connecting the freshest new talent, and exploring inspiring conversations with emerging filmmakers. Get Ready for an action-packed day featuring: • Powerful Short Films • Filmmakers Q&A • Live Panel Discussions • Official Awards Ceremony • Networking Leith Short film festival is aimed at emerging filmmakers and lovers of all things film! Whether you’re just starting out your filmmaking journey, part of a local community, a film enthusiast or an already well-seasoned filmmaker, we invite you to join us! We look forward to welcoming you to this exciting new event, where powerful stories are shared with live audiences.
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❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Leith Short Film Festival?
Leith Short Film Festival takes place on Saturday, 26 September 2026.
Where is Leith Short Film Festival taking place?
Leith Short Film Festival is held at The Pitt in Edinburgh (20 West Shore Road, Edinburgh North EH5 1QD).
How do I get tickets for Leith Short Film Festival?
Tickets for Leith Short Film Festival can be booked via thepitt.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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