Merchiston Campus, B2 Lecture Theatre, 10 Colinton Rd, Edinburgh EH10 5DT
Merchiston Campus, B2 Lecture Theatre, Edinburgh
Free
🎞️ SPECIAL SESSION: The Educators’ Cut
📍 Venue: Room B02 (near the Library)
🕓 Time: 4PM-6PM
Kicking off this year’s Film Festival, The Educators’ Cut spotlights the creative work of university lecturers from around the world.
This special session celebrates educators who continue to inspire through their own filmmaking practice - offering a glimpse into the stories, ideas, and artistic approaches shaping film education today.
Screening lineup:
🎬 The Years of Qiongya Column: directed by Chen Taowei, Nanhai Film Academy (China) - English subtitles
A reflective documentary exploring history, resilience, and identity in southern China. (33 mins)
🎬 Signs and Gestures: directed by Ita Jansen, Edinburgh Napier University (UK)
A narrative piece exploring communication, connection, and the unspoken ways we express meaning.
Join us for an inspiring start to the festival where learning meets creativity on screen.
The Napier Student Film Festival is a premier film festival in its second edition, that celebrates the creativity, innovation, and passion of student filmmakers from universities globally.
This festival serves as a vibrant platform for student filmmakers to showcase their talents, share their unique stories, and connect with a diverse audience of peers, professionals, and cinema enthusiasts.
All are welcome!
Accessibility:
♿Physical Accessibility: The venue has wheelchair access but a lift is required to get to floor B. Accessible restrooms are available nearby.
💡Lighting Considerations: The event is held in a space using lighting which can be adjusted if needed. ~Lights will be dimmed for the films.
🪑Seating Options: The seating includes a lecture theatre setup with some limited space for wheelchairs.
🗣️Noise: The film will be played at a moderate level, but you are always welcome to step outside for a break and come back in when you are ready.
💬Audio: All non-English films have subtitles. To request subtitles for other films please let us know 48 hours in advance at ENSA@napier.ac.uk and we will request the film makers to add them.
For specific accessibility needs or questions, please email us at ENSA@napier.ac.uk
Merchiston Campus, B2 Lecture Theatre, 10 Colinton Rd, Edinburgh EH10 5DT