About Paul Sng
Director Paul Sng turns his lens on Irvine Welsh, the Scottish author and cultural outsider, in this documentary film presented at Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Whether exploring Welsh's writing process, his experiments with hallucinogenic drugs, or his life as a DJ mixing music, the film builds a portrait that is richly detailed, playful and complex. Sng, previously known for directing Tish and Poly Styrene: I Am a Cliché, brings a fittingly eclectic approach to this 90-minute film about a major Scottish artist. Contains strong language, swearing and substance abuse content.
Why see this show?
A striking, multifaceted documentary portrait of one of Scotland's most fascinating literary figures. If you're drawn to unconventional storytelling and outsider culture, this film rewards your attention. Runs 90 minutes at Screen 1.
Wednesday 20 August 2025
All performances at 21:00
90 minutes
1 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025
£15 (13)
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the film?
The film runs for 90 minutes.
Where is it screening?
It screens at Screen 1.
What is the age guidance?
This event is for ages 16 and over.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets are £15.
Are there any content warnings?
The film contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, strong language and swearing, and depictions of substance abuse.
What festival is this part of?
It is part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025.
About This Performance
EIFF: Reality Is Not Enough is a events performance at Screen 1 during Edinburgh Festival 2025. Running for 90 minutes, this show is part of the world's largest arts festival, bringing together performers and audiences from across the globe.
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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 £15
Age Guidance: 16+
Content Warnings: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strong language/swearing, More information Swearing, substance abuse, Unclassified: 15+
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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: Reality Is Not Enough represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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