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In Conversation: Ken Burns

In Conversation: Ken Burns

A titan of documentary filmmaking for decades, with credits to his name including Oscar-winning features and epic series on The American West, Vietnam and most

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90 mins

In Conversation: Bruce Dern

In Conversation: Bruce Dern

One of the most accomplished, versatile and skilled character actors of his generation, as well as a champion long distance runner, Bruce Dern is known

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90 mins

In Conversation: Ewan McGregor

In Conversation: Ewan McGregor

Gaining international recognition following his breakout role in seminal Scottish classic Trainspotting (1996), celebrating its 30th anniversary at EIFF this year, Ewan McGregor is one

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90 mins

In Conversation: Kenneth Branagh

In Conversation: Kenneth Branagh

This year’s recipient of the inaugural EIFF Outstanding Contribution to Cinema Award, we are delighted to welcome actor and director Kenneth Branagh to the Festival

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90 mins

90 Minutes or Less Podcast

90 Minutes or Less Podcast

We are thrilled to host a live podcast with a special guest hosted by Sam Clements. 90 Minutes or Less is Sam’s acclaimed podcast where

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Ali Plumb’s Untitled Film Quiz Project

Ali Plumb’s Untitled Film Quiz Project

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