Protestors storm theatre shutting down screening of controversial film
A group of protestors have stormed the screening of the documentary 'Adult Human Female' in a University of Edinburgh lecture hall, shutting down the event
Last updated 14th Dec 2022
The screening of a controversial documentary in a University of Edinburgh lecture hall has been prevented from going ahead after protestors stormed into the theatre.
The film 'Adult Human Female' has been branded transphobic by some Uni groups - although organisers, academics for academic freedom, refute that claim.
It's described as "Documentary, defending women, safeguarding, science and reason." by the film-makers.
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This evening before the event a group of students and staff set up a stall outside the George Square campus handing out leaflets about lived trans experiences.
It's understood a number of activists then entered the building to block entrances to the theatre.
After this security are said to have advised the screening move to another because of safety reasons - meaning the viewing didn't go ahead.
Some social media users have claimed Police attended the incident - we've asked Police Scotland for comment.
Organisers have said they do intend to reschedule the showing of the film.
Radio Forth has asked the AFAF for comment on the incident.