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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival)

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SQIFF is a charity programming accessible LGBTQIA+ film events in Scotland 💖 Est. 2015 ✨ 🏳️‍⚧️ SQIFF 2026: 19th-24th Oct 🏳️‍🌈

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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Love that changes. Love that persists. Love that is chosen again and again. 🇧🇷 We Are Eternal brings together five Brazilian shorts exploring love across friendship, family, intimacy, grief and care. Presented with Mostra Queer Brasil. 🎟️ Find out more: sqiff.org
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Time to get PAPPED! 📸 Strike a pose, bring your most extra outfits + dance moves, and expect local legends on the decks, including some of SQIFF’s own team. 📍 The Art School 🕙 10pm–2am | 18+ 🎟️ Get tickets at sqiff.org
Two people dancing at a party, one is holding a plastic cup. Neon lights shine around them.
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
🎬 What’s On: Day Two ✂️ Experimental cinema with Collaged 🎬 9 world premieres with SATURATE 🌙 Strange encounters after dark with Night Time Three programmes, plenty to explore 👀 🎟️ Find out more + get your tickets now at www.sqiff.org
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Cinema. Community. Connection. Just a few of the things that make SQIFF, SQIFF. This October, we’re back for six days of queer cinema, shared experiences and opportunities to come together. 🎟️ Explore the SQIFF 2026 programme + get tickets at sqiff.org
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
We’re opening SQIFF 2026 with Scottish Shorts 🎬🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 A celebration of queer filmmaking coming out of Scotland right now, from experimental film and punk rebellion to queer and trans strength, intimacy + community. 📅 19 Oct, 8:30pm 📍 GFT Full line-up, tickets + access info: www.sqiff.org
Two boys lick a red ice lolly at the same time, by the side of an indoor swimming pool.
PANG, 2026, Dir. Lara Delmage
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Access at SQIFF 2026. We’re committed to making our festival as accessible as possible. Find full accessibility information at SQIFF.org/accessibility. Questions? Email info@sqiff.org
Pink and black SQIFF graphic directing audiences to full festival accessibility information, with a pink-tinted image of a seated person at the bottom. Peach and black SQIFF graphic listing festival access provisions, with an orange-tinted image of a seated person on the right.
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
🌈🎬 Last week, SQIFF Director Indigo Korres travelled to FFLASH-HUB in Barcelona to speak about the pioneering accessibility work we do, and how it's helped create and support integral change in Scotland's film exhibition sector over the last decade.
Indigo Korres in a white dress speaking in a conference setting.
Indigo Korres speaking in the middle of a conference round table with Mimi Poskitt, Guillaume Calop, and Guim Bonaventura sitting next to her.
Indigo Korres speaking in the middle of a conference round table with Maria Zafra and Marion Berger sitting next to her.
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Programme Spotlight: Sapphics & Psychics. Telepathy, psychic yearning, ghostly cruising… and that’s just the first date. Featuring Close, More Than Happy, My Senses Are All I Have To Offer, Dream Factory and Daughters of Destiny. 📅 Tue 20 Oct 🎟️ Tickets + full details: sqiff.org
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Queer Filmmakers’ Group returns for SQIFF 2026! Explore funding, training and development opportunities at our Film Talent Initiatives Presentation, or pitch your own short film idea for the chance to receive £500 towards making it. Film Pitch applications close 4 October. More at sqiff.org
A photograph of a lively group of people chatting and laughing together in a cinema with bright red seats. White text over the image reads, “Event Spotlight: Queer Filmmakers’ Group,” with the SQIFF 2026 logo and website at the bottom.

A dark event graphic featuring a photograph of empty chairs arranged in a space, illuminated by warm orange light. White text gives details for “Queer Filmmakers’ Group: Film Talent Initiatives Presentation,” taking place Monday 19th October at GFT Cinema 3, 3:45pm–5:30pm. The event brings together organisations offering short film funding, training and talent development schemes across Scotland and the UK, with opportunities to hear about their programmes, ask questions and connect with others. Facilitated by Erica Monde. BSL interpretation, Text to Speech icons, SQIFF 2026 logo and website appear at the bottom.Promotional graphic for "Queer Filmmakers' Group: Film Pitch," facilitated by Erica Monde at GFT
Cinema 2, Tuesday 20 October, 12:30pm-2:30pm, for ages 18+. The background is a photograph of a previous event, showing people seated together in a cinema space, with one person speaking into a microphone. Text explains that filmmakers can pitch a short film idea live at SQIFF 2026 in front of an audience and guest judges. Two winning pitches will each receive £500 towards making their short film, with both films premiering at SQIFF 2027. People can apply in advance to pitch or attend as an audience member. BSL interpretation, Text to Speech icons, SQIFF 2026 logo and website appear at the bottom.
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
SQIFF 2026 programme is LIVE! We’re back for our 11th festival, 19–24 October at Glasgow Film Theatre & The Vic and Assembly Rooms. 100+ films and 27 events celebrating LGBTQIA+ stories from Scotland and across the world. Programme + tickets: sqiff.org Art: Christian Noelle Charles Model: Medea
Christian Charles artwork for SQIFF 2026, with hands holding a gem and colourful swirls and a trans feminine model being held through these spirals. It has a spacey background and the text of the poster reads 19th - 24th October, Glasgow, sqiff.org, Scottish Queer International Film Festival 2026. The logos of the funders as well as access symbols promoting the BSL-English Interpretation, Wheelchair Access, Live Captioning, Audio Description, and Descriptive Subtitles is at the bottom of the design, with the SQIFF logo at the top right of the image.
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
SQIFF 2026 programme is LIVE! We’re back for our 11th festival, 19–24 October at Glasgow Film Theatre & The Vic and Assembly Rooms. 100+ films and 27 events celebrating LGBTQIA+ stories from Scotland and across the world. Programme + tickets: sqiff.org Art: Christian Noelle Charles Model: Medea
Christian Charles artwork for SQIFF 2026, with hands holding a gem and colourful swirls and a trans feminine model being held through these spirals. It has a spacey background and the text of the poster reads 19th - 24th October, Glasgow, sqiff.org, Scottish Queer International Film Festival 2026. The logos of the funders as well as access symbols promoting the BSL-English Interpretation, Wheelchair Access, Live Captioning, Audio Description, and Descriptive Subtitles is at the bottom of the design, with the SQIFF logo at the top right of the image.
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
SQIFF is excited to be collaborating with BSL Film Club on a partnership screening at @filmhouseedinburgh.bsky.social! Join us later this month and celebrate Deaf LGBTQIA+ on-screen representation ✨ 📍Filmhouse, Edinburgh 📍Sunday 20 September, 2:30pm  Tickets: www.filmhouse.org.uk/movie/bsl-fi...
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BSL Film Club x SQIFF: Reconnection + Close to You + Q&A
This screening will have an introduction and be followed by a Q&A with Reconnection director Amy Helena, moderated by BSL Film Club co-programmer Charlie Little. Both will be BSL/En...
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Want to learn how to create a safer and more considered set when it comes to intimacy in queer film? Join the Queer Filmmakers' Group for a special session on queer Intimacy Coordination in film, with guest speaker Ian West. 📍23rd Sept, 6:30-8:30pm Tickets & Info: buytickets.at/sqiff/2399191
A poster on a white background, with text. The text reads ‘QUEER FILMMAKERS GROUP, Intimacy Coordination with Ian West’ in bold purple letters. Below is the National Lottery, Screen Scotland, and SQIFF’s logos.
A poster on a white background, with text. The text reads ‘Want to learn how to create a safer and more considered set when it comes to intimacy in queer film? Join the Queer Filmmakers' Group for a special session on queer Intimacy Coordination in film, with guest speaker Ian West. Ian West is a Glasgow-based intimacy coordinator who brings a unique blend of sensitivity, professionalism, artistic vision, and much-needed humour to every project. He has over 27 years of experience across high-end television and film, working throughout the UK and internationally, and maintains homes in both Glasgow and London.’ in bold black letters. Below is the National Lottery, Screen Scotland, and SQIFF’s logos.
A poster on a white background, with text. The text reads ‘This session will explore key considerations for intimacy coordination in queer filmmaking, and is relevant to people working across all departments in film; not just cast and directors. Come along with your questions prepared, as this is a great chance to get direct insight from someone working at the top of the field.’ in bold black letters. Below is the National Lottery, Screen Scotland, and SQIFF’s logos.
A poster on a white background, with text. The text reads ‘Accessibility: BSL-English interpretation for the whole event; Wheelchair Access; We have an Audience Access Fund for travel costs. If you would like to take this up, please contact info@sqiff.org. If you have any other access needs you would like to discuss with us, please get in touch by emailing info@sqiff.org.’ in bold black letters. Below is the National Lottery, Screen Scotland, and SQIFF’s logos.
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Save the date! SQIFF returns to Glasgow Film Theatre, 19–24 October 2026, celebrating 11 years of queer cinema, community and connection. 🌈🎬 Expect queer films, audacious performances, and the premiere of this year’s SATURATE cohort films. Full programme announced in early September.
Two people dancing in front of a screen with an audience. One person is wearing angel wings and spinning the other person. They have an image of a white building on a bright day projected on top of them and the words ‘you tried to…’ are visible. The feeling of the image is dreamy and mystical.
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
🐺 BOUCHRA 🐺 We have a few free community tickets for this screening, if cost is a barrier please email info@sqiff.org for a complimentary ticket. Book tickets here: www.filmhouse.org.uk/movie/bouchr... Location and Time 📍Edinburgh Filmhouse, Edinburgh 📍Friday 7th August from 6:15-8:15pm
Two animated animals kiss each other on the neck in an intimate embrace.
Animated mum and daughter jackals look through an album together on the couch.
Three animated jackals look over the horizon from the top of a building.
Close-up of Bouchra, an animated jackal standing in the rain.
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
That’s a wrap on SATURATE: SQIFF summer filmmaking course. A big thank you to our fabulous cohort of 29 participants who made 9 films over 10 weeks. All films will be screened in a curated programme at SQIFF 2026… which we will be making an announcement about later this week! Watch this space ❤️‍🔥🎬
Two people standing indoors smiling and holding a big bunch of flowers each. They are standing in front of a screen than says ‘Saturate queer filmmaking course’. They look happy.
A dark room with a group of people seated around small tables watching a short film on a screen at the front. The image on the screen is a section of a building front with the letters “CC” Another image of the darkened room with people watching a screen, with an image of two hands touching with a bright pink hue.Another image of the darkened room with people watching a screen, with an image of a person standing in Glasgow city centre proudly holding out a microphone and recording pigeon sounds.
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
🏳️‍⚧️ SQIFF is inviting proposals to commission a queer artist based in Scotland to create this year's festival artwork 🌈 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Fill out the form below by Sunday 2nd August to pitch your ideas for our #SQIFF2026 Artwork! forms.gle/xqVQUEguVUig...
A poster on a white background, with text. The text reads ‘SQIFF 2026 Artwork Commission. Pitch your ideas by 02/08/2026’ in bold purple letters. Below is the SQIFF logos.A poster on a white background, with text. The text reads ‘SQIFF is inviting proposals to commission a queer artist based in Scotland to create this year's festival artwork. Fill out the form in our bio by Sunday 2nd August to pitch your ideas for our #SQIFF2026 Artwork! The artwork will be featured throughout the whole festival, on our brochures, posters, merch, social media posts and more. Your design need to have elements to be used on different items such as t-shirts and social media banners, as well as an overall artwork for the festival poster and brochure. The fee for this commission is £1500, and the artwork will need to be completed by Fri 21 August 2026. We'll let all applicants know the team's decision by Wednesday 5 August 2026.’ in bold purple letters. Below is the SQIFF logos.
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Looking to find collaborators, crew, or just more queer people to talk about film with? Join the Queer Filmmaker’s Group for an Industry Speed Dating session and get to know other LGBTQIA+ film workers in Scotland! 📍Boardwalk, Glasgow 📍Wed 29 July, 6:30-8:30pm www.tickettailor.com/events/sqiff...
A poster on a white background, with text. The text reads ‘QUEER FILMMAKERS GROUP, Industry Speed Dating’ in bold purple letters. Below is the National Lottery, Screen Scotland, and SQIFF’s logos.
A poster on a white background, with text. The text reads ‘Looking to find collaborators, crew, or just more queer people to talk about film with? Join the Queer Filmmaker’s Group for an Industry Speed Dating session and get to know other LGBTQIA+ film workers in Scotland! The speed dating session will last an hour and twenty minutes, with a short introduction and half an hour at the end for casual networking.’ in bold black letters. Below is the National Lottery, Screen Scotland, and SQIFF’s logos.
A poster on a white background, with text. The text reads ‘In classic speed dating fashion, participants will have 5 minutes to connect with another film worker before moving on to the next person. This session can be used to network for an upcoming project, find crew or make connections for future work, or just get more involved in the queer filmmaking scene in Scotland. The speed dating session will last an hour and twenty minutes, with a short introduction and half an hour at the end for casual networking.’ in bold black letters. Below is the National Lottery, Screen Scotland, and SQIFF’s logos.
A poster on a white background, with text. The text reads ‘Accessibility: BSL-English interpretation for the whole event; Wheelchair Access; We have an Audience Access Fund for travel costs. If you would like to take this up, please contact info@sqiff.org. If you have any other access needs you would like to discuss with us, please get in touch by emailing info@sqiff.org.’ in bold black letters. Below is the National Lottery, Screen Scotland, and SQIFF’s logos.
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
We’re looking for trustees to join our beautiful board 🌈✨ This is an exciting and unique opportunity to support Scotland's queer film festival as it works towards securing Multi-Year Funding and long-term sustainability through core funding. Please find out more here: www.sqiff.org/sqiff-truste...
A poster on a white background, with text. The title is ‘SQIFF ARE LOOKING FOR TRUSTEES TO JOIN OUR BOARD’ in bold orange letters. Below is the SQIFF’s logo.
An orange poster on a white background, with text. The text reads “This is an exciting and unique opportunity to support Scotland's queer film festival as it works towards securing Multi-Year Funding and long-term sustainability through core funding. SQIFF's Trustees will play a vital role in ensuring the charity fulfils its core purpose and operates in line with its vision, mission, and values; supporting and challenging the core team to help SQIFF flourish.“ in bold black letters. Below is the SQIFF’s logo.
An orange poster on a white background, with text. The text reads “As we build our Board of Trustees, we are specifically looking for people with specific knowledge in one or more of the following areas, including strong expertise in charity governance and regulatory compliance: Law / legal matters; HR; Finance management; Environmental Sustainability; Fundraising; Safeguarding; PR and branding; Charity governance and compliance.“ in bold black letters. Below is the SQIFF’s logo.
An orange poster on a white background, with text. The text reads “We aim to appoint 5 Trustees, including one young person and one member/former member of SQIFF’s Queer Filmmaking Group. Please find out more about this role and how to apply on our link in bio. Any questions, queries, and comments are welcome at: info@sqiff.org. Application deadline: End of day, Wednesday 5 August.“ in bold black letters. Below is the SQIFF’s logo.
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 19/07/2026
We’ve been busy in our filmmaking workshop summer course: SATURATE. 10 films of many genres and styles are now underway and will premiere at SQIFF 2026 this October… Keep your eyes peeled for more news about this years festival! 👀
An action shot of someone running past a boarded up building. They are holding a state board and are blurred in movement. To the left of the photo, someone is filming them with a handheld camera Two people standing outside in Glasgow city centre. To the left the person is looking back at the camera with a big smile, and filming the person to the right, who is holding a sound recorder out into the air, getting the sound of pigeons which are surrounding them. 
Small groups of people sat around tables indoors at a SQIFF filmmaking workshop. The group at the front of the photo is four people smiling and laughing together.
Three people talking and making notes and a storyboard for a film.
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
🍿 We are excited to announce another collaboration with the Social Hub for this year’s Pride Hub event. We're screening Nina's Heavenly Delights for its 20th anniversary! Get your tickets here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/pride-hub-... 📍The Social Hub, Glasgow 📍Tuesday 14th July from 6-9pm
A South Asian family of 5 people enjoys dinner together with a white lesbian carrying a dish.Two lesbians hug with their mouths very close to each other in a blue room
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
Want to see what the Queer Filmmakers Group made last month, and help shape what thousands of festival-goers will see this autumn? Join a creative and practical session making the SQIFF 2026 trailer! 📍The Boardwalk 📍Wed 17th June 6:30-8:30pm Book tickets here: www.tickettailor.com/events/sqiff...
A poster on a white background, with text. The title is ‘QUEER FILMMAKERS GROUP: ’48 Hour Film Screening and SQIFF 2026 Trailer Making’ in bold purple letters. Below is the National Lottery, Screen Scotland, and SQIFF’s logos.
A poster on a white background, with text. The text reads ‘Want to see what the Queer Filmmakers Group made last month, and help shape what thousands of festival-goers will see this autumn? Join The Queer Filmmaker’s Group in a creative and practical session making the official festival trailer for the 2026 edition of the Scottish Queer International Film Festival! Working as a group, we will use this session to brainstorm and come up with ideas for making a short trailer over the course of the month.’ in bold black letters. Below is the National Lottery, Screen Scotland, and SQIFF’s logos.
A poster on a white background, with text. The text reads ‘This session is a casual, fun, and hands-on way to get creative with a group of other queer filmmakers in Scotland.The completed trailer will be shown before each screening of the 2026 film festival, and will be watched by over 5000 people. This session will start with special screening of all the completed films made in the SQIFF 48 Hour Film Challenge in the previous month’s Queer Filmmaker’s Group.’ in bold black letters. Below is the National Lottery, Screen Scotland, and SQIFF’s logos.
A poster on a white background, with text. The text reads ‘Accessibility: BSL-English interpretation for the whole event; Wheelchair Access; We have an Audience Access Fund for travel costs. If you would like to take this up, please contact info@sqiff.org. If you have any other access needs you would like to discuss with us, please get in touch by emailing info@sqiff.org.’ in bold black letters. Below is the National Lottery, Screen Scotland, and SQIFF’s logos.
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 24/05/2026
Meet our cohort of filmmakers for SATURATE filmmaking course 2026😊➡️🤪 Through 10 weekly workshop over this summer, our filmmakers will gain skills in all aspects of independent filmmaking, from storyboarding to camera skills to distribution. Keep an eye out for their film premieres at SQIFF 2026! ✨
A group of 33 people standing together outside in a modern courtyard. Most people are standing and a few are sitting on seats at the front. Everyone is smiling and the atmosphere is warm and joyful. A group of 33 people standing together outside in a modern courtyard. People are making funny gestures with their hands, pulling silly faces and smiling. Most people are standing and a few are sitting on seats at the front. The atmosphere is fun and playful. Two groups of people sat at tables talking and smiling. In the front of the photo, three people are talking, laughing and taking notes. 
A room full of people sat at small tables watching a film projected on the wall. There are three windows letting in lights and a gold strip of paint on the walls. The mood is focused and attentive.
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Are you a queer filmmaker? Do you want to meet other queer filmmakers and make a film in two days? Join SQIFF for the return of the Queer Filmmakers Group for a 48 Hour Film Challenge! 📍Boardwalk, Glasgow 📍Wednesday 27th May 6:30-8:30pm Book your tickets here www.tickettailor.com/events/sqiff...
A poster on a white background, with text. The title is ‘QUEER FILMMAKERS GROUP: 48 Hour Film Challenge 2026’ in bold purple letters. Below is the National Lottery, Screen Scotland, and SQIFF’s logos.
A poster on a white background, with text. The text reads ‘Are you a queer filmmaker? Do you want to meet other queer filmmakers? Do you want to make a film in two days? Join SQIFF for the return of the Queer Filmmakers Group for a 48 Hour Film Challenge! The SQIFF 48 Hour Film Challenge works like this: by signing up you will work with a group of other filmmakers to complete the challenge of making an entire film from beginning to end in just two days.’ in bold black letters. Below is the National Lottery, Screen Scotland, and SQIFF’s logos.
A poster on a white background, with text. The text reads ‘The Brief, which includes film themes, required elements, guidelines, and time frames for the challenge will be discussed in person at the start of our 48 hours. You will then set out in your teams to make your films. All completed films will then be screened at the next Queer Filmmaker’s Group session in June (bring your friends)! The challenge is open for any and all levels of filmmaking experience and we encourage people who are brand-new to film to attend’ in bold black letters. Below is the National Lottery, Screen Scotland, and SQIFF’s logos.
A poster on a white background, with text. The text reads ‘Accessibility: BSL-English interpretation for the whole event; Wheelchair Access; We have an Audience Access Fund for travel costs. If you would like to take this up, please contact info@sqiff.org. If you have any other access needs you would like to discuss with us, please get in touch by emailing info@sqiff.org.’ in bold black letters. Below is the National Lottery, Screen Scotland, and SQIFF’s logos.
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
🍿 Once again, SQIFF and @portypride.bsky.social are teaming up to bring you an eclectic mix of queer short films from around the world, screening at the beautiful Portobello Town Hall 🎉 Book tickets here: www.sqiff.org/event/sqiff-... 📍Sunday 7th June from 7-10pm
An image of two people dancing together in a club with pink and blue lighting. They are both smiling and looking down. The person on the left has their hand on the other person's shoulder.
An image from Oceania of two shirtless people lie side-by-side with their eyes closed peacefully. The lighting is blue and a hand is placing a white rose next to them.
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
🎥 SQIFF’s Queer Filmmakers Group is coming back for 12 brilliant sessions This project will happen at the Boardwalk in Glasgow between May 2026-March 2027 and facilitated by the filmmaker Erica Monde! Get tickets for the first two sessions here: sqiff.org/events/ 🎟️ Supported by Screen Scotland <3
A poster on a white background, with text and one image. The title is ‘Queer Filmmakers Group; we’re so back!’ in bold purple letters. Below is information about the date and time and a description of the project: ‘The SQIFF Queer Filmmakers Group is a monthly meetup designed for LGBTQIA+ filmmakers in Scotland to meet other queer creatives and do everything film. From challenges to networking events, skills development to special guest speakers, the SQIFF Queer Filmmakers Group is THE place to be if you're queer and into film.’ The image is loads of queer filmmakers networking in a cinema space. More information about the projectcourse can be found on SQIFF’s website, www.sqiff.org
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
🎸 QUEER AS PUNK Scottish Preview 🏳️‍⚧️ 📍 8:30pm, 13th May, @filmhouseedinburgh.bsky.social We're teaming up with @cinetopia.bsky.social for a special Scottish preview of this bold, infectiously energetic documentary, ahead of its UK release with T A P E 🏳️‍🌈🎸 🔗 www.filmhouse.org.uk/movie/queer-...
A promotional image with three people playing different instruments with the SQIFF, TAPE, Cinetopia and Film Hub Scotland logos above it. The text reads: “Scottish Preview Screening Queer As Punk, Filmhouse Edinburgh, 13 May”.A promotional image with a person playing the guitar with the SQIFF, TAPE, Cinetopia and Film Hub Scotland logos above it. The text reads: “Scottish Preview Screening Queer As Punk, Filmhouse Edinburgh, 13 May”.
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
🎬 DEADLINE EXTENDED FOR SQIFF 2026 SHORT FILM SUBMISSIONS 💞✨ This year’s festival will happen from 19th-24th October 💖 New Deadline: 5th June 2026 🎞️ 📍Apply via www.filmfreeway.com/sqiff
White background with SQIFF written in black in various positions. The text reads "SQIFF 2026 Call for Short Film Submissions extended until 5th June 2026, Apply now via FilmFreeway” in white on a black rectangle.
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 26/04/2026
🎬 1 week left to apply to our 10 week Queer Filmmaking Course, which covers the whole filmmaking process from technical skills to distribution. All for free! Apply via a short form here: docs.google.com/forms/d/1J7j... 🔥Deadline 3rd May at Midnight🔥 Supported by @screenscots.bsky.social 💕
A poster with SQIFF in big red letters and the text 'Saturate: queer filmmaking course by SQIFF' on the right is an image of four people sat in a circle on the floor chatting and looking at a plan for making a film. Behind them is a projection with instructions on writing a short film treatment.
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 19/04/2026
Apply now for 💥SATURATE: Queer Filmmaking Course by SQIFF💥 A free practical 10 week filmmaking course which will cover the entire independent filmmaking process from beginning to end, grounded in LGBTQIA+ film history, screenings, and readings. 📍Deadline: 3rd May docs.google.com/forms/d/1J7j...
A poster on a white background, with text and one image. The title is ‘SATURATE: Queer Filmmaking Course by SQIFF in bold orange letters. Below is information about the date and time and a description of the course. The image is four people sat in a circle on the floor chatting and looking at a plan for making a film. Behind them is a projection with instructions on writing a plan for a film. More information about the course can be found on SQIFF’s website, www.sqiff.org
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
🎬 SHORT FILM SUBMISSIONS OPEN FOR SQIFF 2026 💞✨ Deadline: 1st May 2026 🎞️ 📍Submit films via FilmFreeWay: filmfreeway.com/SQIFF
White background with SQIFF written in black in various positions. The text reads "SQIFF 2026 Call for Short Film Submissions now open until 1st May 2026" in white on a black rectangle.A full cinema room with rainbow lighting in the background.
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
✨ SQIFF 2025 Audience Survey ✨ Please fill out the survey forms.gle/ww9KY115aTC5... by Friday 21st November 💞 One lucky winner who fills out our audience survey will win £100 at the Craft Pottery 🏺 📸 Tiu Makkonen
A photo of from the back of a cinema space showing a full house with a big screen that reads Opening Night Scottish Shorts.
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
Day 2 of SQIFF 2025 is a wrap and what a great day it was! 👏 🌟 🌈 Thank you for all our filmmakers and everyone who joined us! Tickets are still available for Squad Goals tonight and other events this week so head to our website and book them now! Photography by @tiumakko
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
Our Opening Night Shorts is go go go starting off with a beautiful intro from our Director Indigo Korres So excited to celebrate an amazing line up of queer Scottish short films ♥️
An image from SQIFF 2025 of SQIFF director Indigo Korres doing an opening speech for the Opening Night Scottish Shorts screening. She is wearing a short black dress and knee high boots and to her right is a BSL interpreter.
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
Kicking off SQIFF with an exciting networking session to inspire new queer creative projects and filmmaking in collaboration with Trans+ On Screen 🌈
An image taken at SQIFF 2025 of the Swipe Right on Your Next Film Collab event with Trans+ On Screen. It shows a panel of three people discussing how to build connections within the filmmaking community. On the right are two BSL interpreters.
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The Skinny @theskinnymag.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
Scottish Queer International Film Festival @sqiff.bsky.social kicks off today – here's @jamiedunnesq.bsky.social's preview of SQIFF's tenth edition...
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Scottish Queer International Film Festival returns for 2025 - The Skinny
The much-loved Scottish Queer International Film Festival – or SQIFF for short – celebrates its landmark year with features, an exhibition, a craft fair, live performance and lots of queer short…
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
SQIFF is here! 🌈 Starting today get ready for a week packed with incredible queer films and events. We can’t wait to kick off our celebration of queer creativity, community, and joy!
An illustrated poster with a light purple background and bold black text that reads, “SQIFF is on this week!” Below the text are two people dancing together wearing butterfly wings.
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 26/10/2025
SQIFF Director Indigo Korres (@indigokorres) shares our ongoing commitment to trans inclusivity. We will always work to celebrate and support the trans community and stories across all areas of our work. With love and solidarity, always — the SQIFF team 💜🏳️‍⚧️
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 26/10/2025
SQIFF producer Ali Wilson with an update on how to use your #SQIFF25 tickets! Please note: this does not apply to guest ticket reservations. Tickets are still available at www.sqiff.org 🤩
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
✨🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Best Scottish Shorts Award Judges Announcement 🎥🌟 SQIFF 2025 IS JUST ONE WEEK AWAY! We are bringing back our Best Scottish Shorts Award for one lucky winner out of the two Scottish Shorts programme we have this year. The winner will be announced at our Closing Film: Dreams in Nightmares!
Medium close up shot of Anthony Lexa, a white girl with short dark hair and wearing a white crop top in front of an orange background.
Close up shot Sarah Drummond, a white woman with short hair and wearing a grey hoodie.
Close up shot of Campbell X, a black man wearing sunglasses and a hat.
An image with text that reads “Best Scottish Short Award”. Underneath, a smaller text reads: “The winner will receive a high end camera package free of charge from NoDrama with consultation from their senior tech team for the best equipment for a future project (insurance needs to be in place for this); an hour-long session with Helios Blanc from Trans+ On Screen for distribution strategies.
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 19/10/2025
🏳️‍⚧️ SQIFF is for everyone! 🌟 Got questions about festival access? 💬 Email us at info@sqiff.org! We can’t wait to see you there just 8 DAYS to go! 🙌🎥
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
Thank you to Stella Nicholson for this introduction to the Queer Freedom screening she will be hosting on Saturday 1st of November in collaboration with Oska Bright to celebrate Learning Disabled and autistic filmmakers stories 🎉 Get your ticket for this event: www.tickettailor.com/events/sqiff... 🎟
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RNIB Connect Radio @rnibradio.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
@sqiff.bsky.social is back for their 10th and most accessible festival yet! Amelia spoke to the team about their programme of shorts and feature length films, events and craft fair. audioboom.com/posts/8790664-accessi…
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The Skinny @theskinnymag.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
"We are always trying to remove barriers" Scottish Queer International Film Festival (@sqiff.bsky.social) turns ten – Director Indigo Korres reflects on SQIFF's contribution to Scotland's queer scene, looks to its future and highlights some upcoming events
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Indigo Korres on ten years of SQIFF - The Skinny
This year sees SQIFF turn ten. The festival's director, Indigo Korres, reflects on SQIFF's contribution to Scotland's queer scene over the past decade.
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
🔥 SQIFF Closing Party Lineup 🔥 In collaboration with WSHWSH and scandal.gla Line-up: 🎧 Salam Kitty 🎧 Loose E – 🎧 Dan(na) 🎧 Ocean – 🎧 Rahul.mp3 🎧 DJ Dakilei 🎧 Shem 🎧 Luna 💥 Get your tickets now and we’ll see you on the dance floor: www.tickettailor.com/events/sqiff...
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
Squad Goals 9pm, Wednesday 29th October, The Boardwalk Theatre Squad Goals, curated by Nat Lall, celebrates community across three powerful films featuring trans footballers, Brazilian beach vendors, and London’s iconic leather scene. Get your tickets here: www.sqiff.org/event/squad-...
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
SQIFF is for everyone! 💗 We want everyone to feel welcome and comfortable at the festival. That’s why a Quiet Room will be available for anyone who needs somewhere to rest. More access and booking information available on our website: www.sqiff.org #SQIFF #FilmFestival #Accessibility
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Cornelius Beer & Wine @corneliusbeers.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
NEW - Closet Brewing @sqiff.bsky.social Director's Cut NZ Pils. 4.3% abv. £3.90/44cl
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SQIFF (Scottish Queer International Film Festival) @sqiff.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
Swipe Right on Your Next Film Collab 5pm, 27/10, The Social Hub Theatre Looking for your next creative partner? Join SQIFF and Trans+ on Screen for an exciting 'speed-dating' style event for queer and trans filmmakers. Get your tickets here: www.sqiff.org/.../swipe-ri...
A graphic advertising an event for SQIFF 2025. The text reads Swipe Right on Your Next Film Collab. Looking for your next creative partner? Join SQIFF and Trans+ on Screen for a speed-dating-style filmmaking event designed to connect queer and trans filmmakers! The SQIFF logo and the Trans+ on Screen logo are at the bottom.
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