Phenomenal Women is a series of films and events curated by the Scottish Documentary Institute celebrating women making documentaries addressing topical issues. This year’s theme focuses on mental health and politics, running over 2 weekends (10-11 and 17-18 September) in Edinburgh and Inverness. The programme includes four acclaimed feature length international documentaries that represent different
Two siblings running a horse ranch in California discover something wonderful and sinister in the skies above, while the owner of an adjacent theme park tries to profit from the mysterious, otherworldly phenomenon. Latest film by epic director Jordan Peele, the maker of Us and Get Out.
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes solidified Marilyn Monroe’s iconic image as a Blonde Bombshell for the remainder of her career. Starring alongside Jane Russel as the charming gold digger Lorelei Lee, this colourful comedy contains some of the most iconic imagery associated with the lasting legend of Marilyn Monroe. This film is screening as part of
In 1993, 16-year-old Brandon Lee enrolled at Bearsden Academy, a secondary school in a well-to-do suburb of Glasgow, Scotland. What followed over the next two years would become the stuff of legend. Brandon had been privately tutored in Canada while he accompanied his mother, an opera diva, on tour before her tragic death. The preternaturally bright student surprised
Intrepid scientists and lovers Katia and Maurice Krafft die in a volcanic explosion doing the very thing that brought them together, unravelling the mysteries of volcanoes by capturing some of nature’s most explosive imagery. Directed by Sara Dosa, starring Miranda July and archive footage from Katia and Maurice Krafft.
Paris, Texas is a drama from 1984 about Travis Henderson, an aimless drifter who has been missing for four years, wanders out of the desert and must reconnect with society, himself, his life, and his family. Directed by Wim Wenders, see the re-release of the stunning film on the big screen in all of its glory.
In this illustrated discussion with Robert Mcdowell, Iain Patterson will shed light on his work and inspiration, providing a glimpse into the mind behind the exhibition Balance now showing in Summerhall’s Lab Gallery.
Intrepid scientists and lovers Katia and Maurice Krafft die in a volcanic explosion doing the very thing that brought them together, unravelling the mysteries of volcanoes by capturing some of nature’s most explosive imagery. Directed by Sara Dosa, starring Miranda July and archive footage from Katia and Maurice Krafft.
Phenomenal Women is a series of films and events curated by the Scottish Documentary Institute celebrating women making documentaries addressing topical issues. This year’s theme focuses on mental health and politics, running over 2 weekends (10-11 and 17-18 September) in Edinburgh and Inverness. The programme includes four acclaimed feature length international documentaries that represent different
Paris, Texas is a drama from 1984 about Travis Henderson, an aimless drifter who has been missing for four years, wanders out of the desert and must reconnect with society, himself, his life, and his family. Directed by Wim Wenders, see the re-release of the stunning film on the big screen in all of its glory.
Phenomenal Women is a series of films and events curated by the Scottish Documentary Institute celebrating women making documentaries addressing topical issues. This year’s theme focuses on mental health and politics, running over 2 weekends (10-11 and 17-18 September) in Edinburgh and Inverness. The programme includes four acclaimed feature length international documentaries that represent different
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes solidified Marilyn Monroe’s iconic image as a Blonde Bombshell for the remainder of her career. Starring alongside Jane Russel as the charming gold digger Lorelei Lee, this colourful comedy contains some of the most iconic imagery associated with the lasting legend of Marilyn Monroe. This film is screening as part of
Paris, Texas is a drama from 1984 about Travis Henderson, an aimless drifter who has been missing for four years, wanders out of the desert and must reconnect with society, himself, his life, and his family. Directed by Wim Wenders, see the re-release of the stunning film on the big screen in all of its glory.
These classes are designed for all levels. Simple but not simplistic, clearly described and demonstrated exercises exploring a variety of approaches to making a drawing in a selection of different materials. For every 3 different tutored sessions you come to, I’ll give you a free pass to a Wednesday life drawing so you can practise
Gentle Sinners – the new project from Aidan Moffat (Arab Strap) and James Graham (The Twilight Sad) – released their first album These Actions Cannot Be Undone earlier this year. It’s the album’s cathartic, rousing finale ‘Landfill’ – built from rolling, toppling drums and flashes of synths and strings as atop it all layers of intersecting vocals from Graham explore addressing your mental health head on and the conflicting emotions it can bring.
Here’s what happens: whether you’re a seasoned pro or don’t know a pencil from a pen, we welcome all ages and all abilities – ESPECIALLY those of you who think you have NO abilities whatsoever. You can strut in and confidently do your thing, or declare yourself clueless and ask for help; you can show
One boiling hot summer, a married man is left alone to work in Manhattan while his family escape the city heat in Maine. The temptation of infidelity comes knocking when a gorgeous blonde played by Marilyn Monroe moves into the apartment upstairs. Comedic genius from duo Marilyn Monroe and Billy Wilder. This film is
Intrepid scientists and lovers Katia and Maurice Krafft die in a volcanic explosion doing the very thing that brought them together, unravelling the mysteries of volcanoes by capturing some of nature’s most explosive imagery. Directed by Sara Dosa, starring Miranda July and archive footage from Katia and Maurice Krafft.
The Rum Festival 2022 is not taking place at Summerhall. For more information, please contact the event organisers directly via their website: https://therumfestival.co.uk/contact/
Join us for our Weekend with Wes screening of the beloved Moonrise Kingdom. The film follows the blossoming relationship between Sam, an orphaned 12-year-old and Suzy. The runaway couple venture onto a secluded island prompting the entire town to begin a search. Dreamy perfection from Wes Anderson. Weekend with Wes is screening 23rd -25th September.
Ride the Wave is an award winning Scottish feature documentary following young surfer Ben on his quest to become a big wave surfer. Having participated in competition surfing worldwide, 14-year-old, under-18 champion, Ben, is prepared to put his life on the line to ride one of the biggest and most dangerous cold water waves in
One boiling hot summer, a married man is left alone to work in Manhattan while his family escape the city heat in Maine. The temptation of infidelity comes knocking when a gorgeous blonde played by Marilyn Monroe moves into the apartment upstairs. Comedic genius from duo Marilyn Monroe and Billy Wilder. This film is
Ride the Wave is an award winning Scottish feature documentary following young surfer Ben on his quest to become a big wave surfer. Having participated in competition surfing worldwide, 14-year-old, under-18 champion, Ben, is prepared to put his life on the line to ride one of the biggest and most dangerous cold water waves in
Join us for our Weekend with Wes screening of The Grand Budapest Hotel. The perfectly cast Ralph Fiennes plays Gustave H, a concierge of the Grand Budapest Hotel who is wrongly accused of murder. He befriends an eager lobby boy and the two embark on an outrageous adventure. Weekend with Wes is screening 23rd -25th
