Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival (ESFF)
The Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival (ESFF) was founded in September 2013 by Marian A. Aréchaga, Lecturer in Spanish at the University of Edinburgh. Its mission was to fill a gap in the city’s cultural calendar with a Hispanic film festival, to support Spanish and Latin American cinema, and to establish itself as Scotland’s unique reference point for advancing the Spanish language and culture.
At the 2026 event (13th edition), ESFF will continue to drive Spanish-language cinema forward through a curated selection of films and events that appeal to all audiences. It offers special support to emerging directors and amplifies women in film, alongside parallel activities blending cinema with culture- such as themed supper clubs and wine tastings that celebrate the ties between the Spanish language and gastronomy.
In this way, ESFF is committed to fostering intercultural spaces within the vibrant landscape of Hispanic cinematic culture. This includes nurturing new talent, engaging in activities that showcase dedication to artistic excellence, institutional collaboration, and accessibility for everyone. We bring the sunshine of Spanish cinema to Scotland.
