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Edinburgh International Film Festival
International film stars, independent filmmakers and quality films in Edinburgh

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  • What: The world's longest, continually running film festival
  • When: Third week in June
  • Where: Five cinemas around Edinburgh
  • Admission: Ticket prices vary. Advance ticket packages for multiple films available before the festival begings
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This small, independent film festival began at the same time as the Edinburgh Fringe and Edinburgh International Festivals, in 1947. Originally a festival for documentary films, today it includes feature films, short films and retrospectives from UK and international filmmakers. Well known actors, writers and directors often give talks at In Person events.
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