EIFF: Mortician

EIFF: Mortician

Abdolreza KahaniProfessional company

95 minutesScreen 1
A mild-mannered Iranian mortician in Canada forms an unexpected bond with a dissident singer in exile in this unpredictable and gripping character study from director Abdolreza Kahani (A Shrine, EIFF 2024 Competition). Unclassified: 15+.

About Abdolreza Kahani

EIFF: Mortician is a film screening presented during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025 at Screen 1, running 95 minutes. Directed by Abdolreza Kahani, the film is a character study following a mild-mannered Iranian mortician living in Canada who forms an unexpected bond with a dissident singer in exile. Unpredictable and gripping, it offers a portrait of two outsiders navigating very different kinds of isolation. The film is unclassified and suitable for ages 16 and over. Content warnings cover abuse, blood, death and dying, PTSD, sexism and misogyny, and suicide.

Why see this show?

A quiet, gripping character study that brings together two people living in exile — one by circumstance, one by political necessity — and finds unexpected resonance in their unlikely bond.

Event Details

Saturday 16 August 2025

All performances at 15:50

95 minutes

Screen 1

88 Lothian Road

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1 performers

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025

Ticket Price

£12 (10)

Additional Information

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the film?

The screening runs for 95 minutes.

Where is it screened?

The film screens at Screen 1 during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025.

What is the age guidance?

The film is unclassified and recommended for ages 16 and over.

How much are tickets?

Tickets are £12, with a concession price of £10.

Who directed the film?

The film was directed by Abdolreza Kahani.

What are the content warnings?

Content warnings include: abuse, blood, death and dying, PTSD, sexism and misogyny, and suicide.

About This Performance

EIFF: Mortician is a events performance at Screen 1 during Edinburgh Festival 2025. Running for 95 minutes, this show is part of the world's largest arts festival, bringing together performers and audiences from across the globe.

Experience the magic of live performance at Edinburgh Festival. Each show offers something unique and memorable.

Venue: Screen 1

Screen 1 is one of Edinburgh's Festival venues, hosting a variety of performances throughout August. Located in the heart of the city, the venue is accessible by public transport and within walking distance of other Festival locations.

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Booking Information

Ticket Prices: From £12

Age Guidance: 16+

Content Warnings: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, More information Content warnings: Abuse; Blood; Death and dying; PTSD; Sexism and misogyny; Suicide.

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Part of Edinburgh Festival 2025

Edinburgh Festival transforms Scotland's capital into the world's leading cultural destination every August. With thousands of performances across hundreds of venues, the festival offers unparalleled choice for culture lovers.EIFF: Mortician represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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