Discover Alan Watson Featherstone’s inspiring efforts to restore Scotland’s ancient Caledonian forest and the pivotal role of rewilding in addressing the global environmental crisis.
Synopsis
Discover Alan Watson Featherstone’s inspiring efforts to restore Scotland’s ancient Caledonian forest and the pivotal role of rewilding in addressing the global environmental crisis. This beautifully crafted documentary offers an in-depth look at the transformative work of this pioneering conservationist. Through Alan’s personal journey, this galvanising film illustrates the urgent need for individual responsibility in preserving our planet. Featuring insights from leading figures in conservation, including George Monbiot, Roy Dennis OBE, and Dr. Duncan Halley, who discuss the restoration of habitats and the reintroduction of Scotland's iconic species, such as capercaillie, beaver, and wildcat. The Bough Breaks not only highlights Alan’s remarkable legacy but also calls for collective action to ensure a sustainable future, making it an essential watch for anyone concerned about Scotland’s environment.
This special Premiere features a new, enhanced cut of the film, showcasing stunning, never-before-seen footage of Scotland's elusive, lost predators.
Directors: Caroline Strong and Danny Strong | Country: UK | Running Time: 60 min | Language: English
Screening Details
- Festival Screening: 14 September 2024
- Festival Guests: Filmmakers Caroline Strong and Danny Strong
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About the Filmmakers
With nearly 40 years in media, Caroline Strong is a director, writer, actress, and voice-over artist for BBC, ITV, Channel 4, BBC Radio, and the National Theatre. Passionate about conservation, she co-founded Mousehole Films to produce Natural History content. Her debut feature, The Village on the Loch (2018), won 14 festival awards. Currently, she co-directs her second feature, The Bough Breaks, blending media expertise with her love for the natural world.
Danny Strong makes his directorial debut with The Bough Breaks, co-directed with Caroline Strong for Mousehole Films. His journey began in 2014 at Trees for Life. He directs short films, with two receiving commendations in the 2018 British Wildlife Photography Awards. Danny also presents The Outside In, a YouTube wildlife series. An ecological consultant, he works with NatureScot and The James Hutton Institute, holding an MSc in Ecology and Conservation and a BSc in Environmental Science.