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Boisterous tearaway Frankie, struggling to come to terms with the inevitability of losing best friend Taylor, impulsively breaks him out of hospice care for one final night of fun and debauchery. But what promises to be a night of hedonism quickly becomes something more complicated. Beautifully observed and performed by a talented young cast, this witty and wise debut from co-directors Ollie Gardner and Jake Harvey explores male friendship in extreme circumstances, as well as grief and acceptance in a uniquely fresh and humane film full of vigour, life and optimism despite its heartb-reaking…
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The State of Us is by Ollie Gardner, Jake Harvey, listed under Events in the Fringe programme. It is at EIFF @ Cineworld, Fountain Park, 130/3 Dundee Street, EH11 1AF, 18 August.
The show is suitable for ages 16+. Tickets are £3. Content warnings: Distressing or triggering themes, Scenes of violence, Scenes of a sexual nature and Strong language.