ARGONAUT BOOKS

Join us in the bookshop for a programme of evening film screenings celebrating underappreciated films with literary connections, with our friends at Leith Kino.

Tickets to this event are available from the link here (not via our website!) - https://ticketlab.app/event/39237-Book-Fringe-Ikarie-XB-1-1963-tickets#/

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Leith Kino Presents - Ikarie XB-1 (1963)

Czechoslovak Ikarie XB-1 (1963, dir. Jindřich Polák) is a loose adaptation of The Magellanic Cloud by the cult Polish writer Stanisław Lem (Solaris). As a crew journeys across the galaxy in search of new life, the film explores the limits of human knowledge and power. Ikarie XB-1 stunningly captures the dreams of the Space Age as well as the anxieties of the Cold War, and is regarded as a key influence on Kubrick's 2001: A Space Odyssey.

Directed by Jindřich Polák

Runtime: 1h 26

Book Fringe FAQ

How do I get to the bookshop?

We are situated on all major bus routes which run down Leith Walk, with the 7,14,16,25 and 49 stopping directly outside our front door. If you’re driving, we have a big Tesco car park right behind the shop whihch allows for up to three hours parking. Please do be aware that the Tram is currently culminating service at Edinburgh West End due to ongoing issues, and so will not be serving the Foot of the Walk Tram stop.

Will your café remain open?

Our café will stay open to provide both hot and cold drinks throughout the evening. 

What are your accessibility arrangements in the shop? 

Our shop is a fully accessible venue, set over one level and designed to acccomodate both wheelchairs and prams. Do let us know should you have any further accessibility concerns and a member of staff will be happy to help.