David Trueba, director of ‘On this Side of the World’

As always, it was a great pleasure to travel to Edinburgh to present ‘On this Side of the World’. The discussion was very interesting, with very intelligent questions that reveal a very lively audience, and the festival was overflowing with films that comment on the times we live in. Thank you very much.”

Carol Rodríguez Colás, director of ‘Chavalas’

It has been a fantastic experience to see the reaction of the audience in Edinburgh towards the screening of the film ‘Chavalas’. It has been my first time presenting the film outside Spain (in person). The organisation has been excellent, and I feel very grateful for the invitation to the Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival.

Santiago Bertrán, BA Postdoctoral Fellow, University of Warwick

I was honored to attend the Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival in its 9th edition – this year in person, back at the magical site of the Edinburgh Filmhouse. What a wonderful way this festival has been to leave behind (if only briefly) the difficult times we have gone through. I was amazed at the level … Read more

Mariana Barassi, director of ‘Crónica de una tormenta’

I am infinitely grateful for your invitation to be part of your festival and to be able to show the film to such a wonderful audience, in a wonderful city. It has been an unforgettable experience. In these pandemic times in which we -women directors- have been very limited to have access to present our … Read more

José Cano, director of ‘A Conversation with Spain’

It has been a great few days in Edinburgh. I want to thank you and all the festival team for your kindness towards me and the film. Without your effort and help, ‘A Conversation with Spain’ would still be sleeping on the shelves of a film archive. What a great time I had with you … Read more

Guillermo Benet, director of ‘The Blameless’

The ‘Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival’ has been a great experience. It is a close festival where the contact with the audience is maximized. It also allows you to share experiences with other Spanish filmmakers who premiere films at the same time as you. The venue where it takes place is perfect, with excellent facilities and … Read more

Bernabé Rico, director of ‘El inconveniente’

VIP treatment, great audience & curated films shown in a 1st class venue. That is all you can ask from a film festival and the ESFF hits it right on the mark. Congrats to organisers and sponsors that made this possible.”

ESFF 2022 Portraits

Marian A. Aréchaga (Curator) Vicente Serva & Manuel Sánchez Martín (Directors) The Essence of Sustainability La Voluntaria Valentina Viso (Screenwriter) and Adrià Monés (producer) The Cover Gustavo Herrera Taboada (Programming Assistant) The way out Izaskun Arandia (Director) and Vicky Lee (actriz) The Way out Intro Dr. Hugo Lázara To Spanish Women. María Lejárraga Laura Hojman (Filmmaker) … Read more

ESFF’22 – 1st and 2nd Oct – Glasgow

Screening of The Volunteer, Q&A with Dr Guillem Colom- Montero and Savan Qadir and screening of Maixabel with pre-recorded intro by Icíar Bollaín (Director)

ESFF’22 – 4th Nov

School programme Zip and Zap and the Captain’s Island at Craigmillar Library Intro by Marían A. Aréchaga (curator) and Sonia Lopez (library staff)

ESFF’22 – 16th Oct

Monkey Business Intro by Marian A. Aréchaga (Curator), José María Conde (Heriot Watt University) and Daniel Guzmán (Film Director and actor)

ESFF’22 – 15th Oct

Golden Balls and The Tit and the Moon Q&A Prof. Santiago Fouz Hernández (Professor at Durham University) and Dr. Fiona Noble (Lecture at Stirling University)

ESFF’22 – Monkey Business

Monkey Business Intro by Marian A. Aréchaga (Curator), José María Conde (Heriot Watt University) and Daniel Guzmán (Film Director and actor)

ESFF’22 – 14th Oct

Jamón Jamón Intro by Prof. Santiago Fouz Hernández (Professor Durham University) Q&A Prof. Nuria Capdevila (Film Director and Professor Exeter University) and Prof. Santiago Fouz Hernández (Professor Durham University)

ESFF’22 – 13th Oct

To Spanish Women. María Lejárraga+ CartasVivas Intro by Prof. Nuria Capdevila (Film Director & Professor) and Laura Hojman (Film Director). Q&A Prof. Nuria Capdevila (Film Director & Professor), Tereza del Olmo (actriz) and Laura Hojman (Film Director) Photos: http://www.pakomera.com

ESFF’22 – 13th Oct

Cinema debate Guillermo Rojas (producer), Tereza del Olmo (actriz), Nuria Capdevilla (Dir. Prof.), Marian A. Aréchaga (curator), Paula Hojman (Film Director) and Student from Edinburgh University.

ESFF’22 – Jamón Jamón

Jamón Jamón Intro by Prof. Santiago Fouz Hernández (Professor Durham University) Q&A Prof. Nuria Capdevila (Film Director and Professor Exeter University) and Prof. Santiago Fouz Hernández (Professor Durham University)

ESFF’22 – 12th Oct

Josefina Intro Marian A. Aréchaga (curator) Q&A Javier Marco (Film Director) and Marian A. Aréchaga (curator) Photos by www.pakomera.com

ESFF’22 – To Spanish Women

To Spanish Women. María Lejárraga+ CartasVivas Intro by Prof. Nuria Capdevila (Film Director & Professor) and Laura Hojman (Film Director). Q&A Prof. Nuria Capdevila (Film Director & Professor), Tereza del Olmo (actriz) and Laura Hojman (Film Director)

ESFF’22 – Josefina

Josefina Intro Marian A. Aréchaga (curator) Q&A Javier Marco (Film Director) and Marian A. Aréchaga (curator)

ESFF’22 – 9th Oct

My Way Out Intro by Dr. Hugo Lázaro Q&A Dr. Hugo Lázaro, Izaskun Arandia (Director and Producer) Vicky Lee (Cast) and Jenni Murray

ESFF’22 – 8th Oct

Film: The Volunteer Intro by Marían A. Aréchaga (curator) Q&A by Adrià Monés (producer), Valentina Viso (screen writer) and Marían A. Aréchaga (curator)

ESFF’22 – My Way Out

My Way Out Intro by Dr. Hugo Lázaro Q&A Dr. Hugo Lázaro, Izaskun Arandia (Director and Producer) Vicky Lee (Cast) and Jenni Murray

ESFF’22 – 8th Oct

Film: Song Without a Name Intro by Gustavo Herrera (Programming Assistant). Director (Melina León)

ESFF’22 – The Volunteer

Film: The Volunteer Intro by Marían A. Aréchaga (curator) Q&A by Adrià Monés (producer), Valentina Viso (screen writer) and Marían A. Aréchaga (curator)

ESFF’22 – 6th Oct

ESFoodyFilms: Women in Gastronomy + Tasting Experience Presentation of Event: Marían A. Aréchaga (curator). Intro by Ignacio Cartagena (Consul General of Spain in Edinburgh) with Q & A by Vicente Seva and Manuel Sánchez (Directors)

ESFF’22 – 6th Oct

School Programme at Institute Frances, Zipi Y Zape Y El Club De La Canica. Introduction: Harriet Bunnett (Volunteer Coordinator)

ESFF’22 – ESFoodyFilms

ESFoodyFilms: Women in Gastronomy + Tasting Experience Presentation of Event: Marían A. Aréchaga (curator). Intro by Ignacio Cartagena (Consul General of Spain in Edinburgh) with Q & A by Vicente Seva and Manuel Sánchez (Directors)

‘In person’ return for Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival

The Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival is delighted to be back in the cinema, welcoming film fans to its 9th Edition, and offering audiences in-person screenings and events featuring a total of 22 films in Spanish over the months of October and November. The 2022 festival has a vibrant and varied programme, offering something for all … Read more

Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival returns in person for 9th edition

The Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival is returning for its 9th Edition.The festival will be back in the cinema and will offer audiences in-person screenings and events featuring a total of 22 films in Spanish over the months of October and November. The 2022 festival has a vibrant and varied programme, offering something for all ages and tastes. The 9th edition of … Read more

Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival Returns for Its 9th Edition in Person at Edinburgh, Glasgow and Stirling 1st October to 5th November 2022

The Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival welcomes film fans to its 9th Edition. The festival is delighted to be back in the cinema and offer audiences in-person screenings and events featuring a total of 22 films in Spanish over the months of October and November. The 2022 festival has a vibrant and varied programme, offering something for all … Read more

ESFoody film

Returns to the big screen! The Essence of Sustainability featuring María José San Román, Michelin award-winning chef from Alicante. Directed by Vicente Seva and Manuel Sánchez Time for Olive Oil Following the screening, we are delighted that María José San Román will present a selection of delicious Mediterranean tapas, featuring her exclusive olive oils. Miguel … Read more

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