About Thea Gajic
Thea Gajic's debut feature film screens at Screen 1 as part of Edinburgh Festival Fringe, preceded by the short film Truckload. The main feature follows a Yugoslav refugee who has rebuilt his life in Bristol, counselling by day and playing in a Balkan band by night. When shadows from his past return, he must fight to protect the fragile bond with his daughter. The combined screening runs for 120 minutes and is suitable for audiences aged 16 and over. Tickets are £12. The programme carries significant content warnings including racism, death and dying, suicide, substance abuse, and scenes of a sexual nature.
Why see this show?
A profoundly moving debut feature about displacement, fatherhood, and the weight of the past — paired with a short film for a full evening of thoughtful cinema. A rare chance to catch serious new filmmaking at the Fringe.
Sunday 17 August 2025
All performances at 16:00
120 minutes
1 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025
£12 (10)
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the screening?
The combined programme runs for 120 minutes.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets are £12, with a concession price of £10.
What is the age guidance?
The screening is suitable for audiences aged 16 and over.
Where does the screening take place?
The screening takes place at Screen 1 as part of Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
What content warnings apply?
The programme contains distressing themes, scenes of a sexual nature, strong language and swearing, and specific content warnings for racism, death and dying, suicide, substance abuse, ableism, and body hatred.
What is the short film shown alongside the main feature?
The main feature screens alongside Truckload, a short film from the UK.
About This Performance
EIFF: Surviving Earth/Truckload is a events performance at Screen 1 during Edinburgh Festival 2025. Running for 120 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 £12
Age Guidance: 16+
Content Warnings: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Scenes of a sexual nature, Strong language/swearing, More information Content warnings: Racism, death and dying, suicide, substance abuse, ableism, body hatred or fat phobia
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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: Surviving Earth/Truckload represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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