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  • LandxSea Film Fest in Montrose Celebrates with Awards, Record Audiences, and Plans for a Triumphant Return in 2025

    Organisers of the LandxSea Film Festival in Montrose are celebrating today, after official figures revealed record audiences of over 1600 admissions across a spectacular weekend of sell-out films for its second inspiring edition of environmental storytelling. Plans are already afoot for the festival to return in 2025.

  • LandxSea presents: Fungi: The Web of Life on 23rd August

    Biology & Björk – A Sneak Preview of LandxSea 2024

    Join us at The Montrose Playhouse on Friday 23 August for an exclusive screening of the captivating documentary Fungi: The Web of Life. Be among the first to preview this year’s festival, taking place from September 13-15, which promises a weekend brimming with inspiring films, world premieres, and award-winning documentaries. While you're there, grab a festival programme, meet our team, and discover how you can get involved in this exciting event.

  • Discover the Themes of the 2024 Festival

    Scotland’s premier environmental film festival returns 13-15 September 2024 to The Montrose Playhouse with an exciting selection of films that inspire and engage audiences with our beautiful planet. Over three packed days, the festival promises to captivate attendees with outstanding feature films and shorts, filmmaker Q&As, dynamic discussions, and family-friendly events. This year's lineup includes 22 remarkable films, including World Premieres, Emmy Award-winning filmmaking teams, and Oscar nominees. Themes at this year's festival include: Coastal Erosion, People & Animals, Land Ownership, Women Leaders and Artists & the Environment. Dip a toe or dive right in to Montrose LandxSea Film Fest 2024.

  • World Premieres, Oscar Nominees & More at the 2024 LandxSea Film Fest

    Full Line-up Announced for the 2nd Annual Montrose LandxSea Film Festival.

    Scotland's premier environmental film festival returns 13-15 September 2024 with an exciting programme of inspiring films, filmmaker Q&As, lively discussions, and family-friendly events!

  • July News: Job Opportunities—Join Our Festival Team!

    Exciting Times Ahead!

    Plans are well underway for the upcoming Montrose LandxSea Film Fest in September. We can't wait to bring you new films from around the world, along with stimulating discussions and engaging events. Stay tuned for our full programme announcement in early August.

  • The Green Stripe: Pride and Nature

    Happy Pride! This month is all about celebrating love and inclusivity, and what better way to do that than by exploring the symbolism behind the Pride flag? While all the colours carry profound meanings, one connects our celebration of love with our respect for the environment: green.

  • May News: Share Your Storm Angus Experiences and More

    Plans are well underway for the festival in September, with many ways for our community to get involved. At Fest HQ, we're currently reviewing the 130+ films that were submitted for the festival this year from all over the world, highlighting the urgency of having a platform in Scotland to share these important stories.

  • Celebrate Earth Day with Our Youth Initiatives at the LandxSea Film Fest 2024

    As we celebrate our planet today, we're excited to share two rewarding opportunities for young people to engage with environmental themes through cinema and discussion. Join us at the Montrose LandxSea Film Fest 2024 to inspire and empower the next generation of environmental champions.
  • Join Us! Applications Now Open for the Eco Fair at Montrose LandxSea Film Fest

    We are excited to announce that applications are now open for stall spaces at the LandxSea Eco Fair 2024! This event is a highlight of the Montrose LandxSea Film Fest, taking place outdoors on The Mall outside The Montrose Playhouse on Saturday, 14th September from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

  • Presenting LandxSea's North Light Award — Scotland's leading prize for environmental cinema.

    LandxSea is excited to announce the North Light Award for Best Scottish Environmental Film at the Montrose LandxSea Film Fest 2024The North Light Award celebrates the best in independent filmmaking in Scotland, honouring innovative storytelling and fresh perspectives on environmental issues.