The Social Equation

Outcast from the school's physics elite, a young man takes a stand and defies the social order.

This film was made as part of our Canongate Youth project 2018, funded by Cashback for Creativity.

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Edinburgh Shorts Showcase

The 48 Hour Film Project and Screen Education Edinburgh present an evening of short films showcasing the best in local filmmaking talent. The screening will be followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers and networking after.
Edinburgh Shorts Showcase Call-Out

Attention all Edinburgh & Lothians filmmakers! The 48 Hour Film Project and Screen Education Edinburgh are excited to announce our call for short films with a maximum runtime of 10 minutes. Whether you are an emerging filmmaker or an experienced professional, we invite you to submit your best work to be considered for our upcoming Edinburgh Shorts Showcase at the Cameo Picturehouse on the 27th of April 2023.
Screen Progression Programme 2023 Kick-Off

Our new Screen Progression Programme began early February, with activity two nights per week at SEE developing a diverse range of learners from 17 to 55 years old!
North Edinburgh Film Festival at West Pilton Neighbourhood Centre

On the 28th of January, Screen Education Edinburgh worked together with North Edinburgh Arts, North Edinburgh Community Festival and West Pilton Neighbourhood Centre to host the North Edinburgh Film Festival featuring a variety of exciting events that celebrated the spirit, vibrance, and rich history of North Edinburgh on screen.

Behind The Scenes of North Edinburgh Cashback 2012

Young people sharing their experiences of our intensive programme of short film making for people aged 12- 19 across the City of Edinburgh.
The Clock Strikes Fate

Betrayed by his girlfriend a distraught and heartbroken young man stumbles across a scarf belonging to a beautiful young woman, too shy to speak fate is about to pass him by.
Danny

Danny centers around a young girl and her fixation on her friend, seen by most as a toy duck, but to her he is much more. Their bond is stronger than any other, almost dangerous.
The Killing Moon

William is a young man obsessed with the moon and it's phases. His fixation is not understood by his family and drives a wedge between them.
Take Care of Your Own

A young boy is shouldered with the responsibility of looking after his older sister's baby when she decides to go to a party.
Fate

Two people agree to go on a date after a chance meeting, their stroke of luck may have run out when everything goes wrong as they attempt to see each other again.
The Man With No Name

A young man finds himself at the mercy of a group of troubled teenagers, failing to defend himself he draws inspiration from his hero 'The Man with No Name'. His fight may be just but things rarely go as they do in stories.
Toby's Revenge

When a group of lads come looking for him at the local community center, Toby has a creative solution for getting his revenge.
Memories

Charles is under pressure to finish writing his new book, plagued by his memories he is unable to break through his writers block.
Six Steps Away

Ella has a fear of the number 6. She is obsessively rollng a dice when a young man catches her attention. The only problem is that his name consists of 6 letters.

BFI Film Academy Edinburgh & South East Scotland

BFI Film Academy offers opportunities for ambitious 16 to 19 year olds aiming to know more about film and how to make a career in the screen industries. This hands-on filmmaking course builds knowledge and skills, and shows the pathways into the industry for talented and committed young people.
BFI Film Academy Craft Skills

On our BFI Film Academy Craft Skills course for young people aged 16 to 19 across the UK, learners receive advanced and intensive craft learning in screenwriting, cinematography, sound, directing, production and editing, engage in industry masterclasses, and produce a short film.
Our mission

Screen Education Edinburgh is dedicated to filmmaking for all, delivering high quality learning, training and production programmes that develop skills, knowledge and opportunities for young people, adult learners, schools, communities, and film talent.
Screen Progression Programme

The Screen Progression Programme is a national initiative managed by Screen Education Edinburgh and funded by Screen Scotland that provides access to high quality vocational development in Film and TV skills. For those aged 16 and over with no upper age limit.
Set the Scene: Development of Teachers and Pupils in Filmmaking

Set the Scene is a free programme designed to develop and strengthen the filmmaking knowledge, skills, and practice of teachers and pupils in schools across Edinburgh and the Lothians.
Who We Are

A group of pupils and staff at Oaklands School give us an insight into their school and their experiences when out and about in the community.
Edinburgh & Lothians Schools Film Competition

Edinburgh & Lothians Schools Film Competition is a celebration of short film made by local children and young people. Free to enter for all City of Edinburgh, East Lothian, West Lothian and Midlothian nursery, primary, secondary and special schools.
Applications now open for our Fundraising Manager post

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Fundraising Manager to work as part of the team here at SEE. The post will deliver on fundraising objectives which are aligned to our strategic plan, supporting our ambitions for organisational growth and development.
Made in North Edinburgh: Bringing a Festival Back to Life

The Guardian has collaborated with Screen Education Edinburgh, to tell the story of residents' fight to bring back their festival.
Shadowing opportunities on 'The Lost King' directed by Stephen Frears

Interested in working in film & would like to spend a day shadowing on set? TLK productions & Screen Education Edinburgh, supported by Screen Scotland, are delighted to offer opportunities for people 18 plus living in Edinburgh & Lothians on 'The Lost King' directed by Stephen Frears'.