Full house for QMU's Film Showcase
Queen Margaret University (QMU), Edinburgh will spotlight the next generation of creative talent at its Graduate Film Showcase, taking place on Monday 6 July 2026 at the Edinburgh Filmhouse.
The annual showcase, held as part of the University’s graduation celebrations, has already sold out, reflecting strong demand for this year’s showcase of emerging filmmaking talent.
Featuring a curated selection of final-year student short films, the evening will offer audiences a dynamic and thought-provoking programme spanning a wide range of themes and styles - from haunting psychological dramas and reflections on life and death, to imaginative retellings of Scotland’s mythic past. The event provides a platform for QMU’s graduating filmmakers to present their work to a public audience and celebrate their creative achievements.
The evening opens with an introduction, followed by the screening and a closing awards ceremony with the audience voting for their favourite film.
Held at the iconic Filmhouse in Edinburgh, the event also offers an opportunity for industry guests, friends and family to connect with emerging talent. Filmmakers will be available for informal networking in the Filmhouse Café Bar before and after the screening, creating valuable opportunities for conversation and collaboration.
As a university with a strong focus on career-ready learning and industry engagement, QMU places significant emphasis on practical, hands-on experience. Events such as the Graduate Film Showcase play a key role in preparing students for careers in the creative industries, enabling them to present professional-quality work and engage directly with audiences and contacts in the sector.
Robert Munro, Senior Lecturer in Media at Queen Margaret University, said: “
Our Graduate Film Showcase is one of the highlights of the academic year, celebrating the creativity, dedication and technical skill of our students. It is an opportunity to recognise their achievements while also introducing their work to wider audiences and the industry. We are proud to support our students as they take the next step in their careers.
Event details:
QMU Graduate Film Showcase 2026, Monday 6 July 2026, 6pm – 8pm (arrivals from 5:00pm), Filmhouse, Edinburgh.
For further media information contact: Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh, E: pressoffice@qmu.ac.uk.
