Exciting News! Due to Popular Demand, We're Adding a Second Screening!

All the way from Shetland, our Opening Night Scottish premiere of Billy & Molly: An Otter Love Story has crashed The Montrose Playhouse with a sold-out screening! But dinna fash – to accommodate the overwhelming demand, we've added a second screening of the film at the same time. Now, even more of you can experience this incredible experience on the big screen. 

We recommend purchasing your tickets as soon as possible, as this additional screening is likely to sell out quickly too. Thank you for your enthusiasm and support. We can't wait to see you at the festival, and maybe a few special guests too...

Join us for Opening Night of the 2nd Montrose LandxSea Film Festival!

We look forward to celebrating with you and setting the stage for a weekend filled with inspiring films and thought-provoking discussions.

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6:30pm Opening Night Welcome Reception

Before the Opening Night film, celebrate with us, festival filmmakers, and special guests in the Playhouse Bar and kick-off the 2024 Festival. Includes a complimentary glass of fizz.

7:30pm SCOTTISH PREMIERE: BILLY & MOLLY: AN OTTER LOVE STORY

In the remote Scottish Shetlands, a wild otter and a man form an unlikely bond that transforms both their lives.

When a wild otter in desperate need of help washes up on his jetty, Billy, his wife Susan, and their devoted sheepdog Jade find themselves with a unique new member of their family. From National Geographic and Silverback Films, directed by Charlie Hamilton James, Billy & Molly tells the heartwarming story of this unexpected relationship as it blossoms into a profound bond. Shot in 4K, this stunning documentary showcases the wild beauty of the Shetland Isles, featuring orcas, dolphin pods, migratory birds and much more. As Billy and Molly explore their rugged home, Billy gains a deeper appreciation for nature, guided by Molly's playful spirit. Billy & Molly is a family-friendly documentary that resonates with viewers of all ages, celebrating the power of love and connection against the majestic backdrop of the natural world. (Charlie Hamilton James, UK, 77 mins)

The screening will be followed by a live onstage Q&A with the film's protagonists Billy and Susan Mail. The Q&A will be live in Screen 1 and live-streamed to the audience in Screen 3.

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About the filmmaker: 

Charlie Hamilton James is a world-renowned National Geographic photographer, filmmaker and author known for his captivating work on wildlife and conservation issues. Charlie began his career at 16 working on David Attenborough's Trails of Life before going on to direct and shoot documentaries for clients including National Geographic and the BBC. In 2022 he won the ‘National Geographic Photographer’s Photographer Award’ for his work photographing East Africa’s Serengeti eco-system and other conservation based stories.

This programme is rated PG

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