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Extended Reality: ARGO


  • Filmhouse 88 Lothian Road Edinburgh, Scotland, EH3 9BZ United Kingdom (map)

The inaugural edition of Jali Film Weekender will showcase a special Extended Reality (XR) Exhibition, which will run alongside film screenings and events. The XR exhibition will be free to access during the festival, but space may be limited.

ARGO
Augmented Reality Game | Kenya | 2025
Scottish Premiere
Developed by XR game designer Joanna Oluoch, in collaboration with Nairobi’s Fallohide Studio,  ARGO is Africa’s first public environmental augmented reality game. This cutting-edge AR experience transports players into the heart of Nairobi’s Oloolua Forest, allowing them to explore its serene nature trails, encounter wildlife, and discover hidden gems like a 20-foot waterfall and historic caves. Using a tablet or phone based app, visitors of all ages can take a virtual “nature walk” through digital recreations of the forest, interact with its flora and fauna, and learn about conservation. ARGO was launched in Kenya earlier this year as an innovative way to connect young people with nature, and the Jali Film Weekender will host one of its first public exhibitions outside the African continent. 

ARGO is open to all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Opening Times
Saturday 1 November: 12pm - 6pm
Sunday 2 November: 10am - 4pm

Located in the Filmhouse Foyer, at entrance of the cinema building.

The XR Exhibition is supported by the British Council and The Africa Centre as part of the UK/Kenya Season, a cultural programme celebrating creativity and innovation in both countries.

Find out more about the XR Exhibition
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