May 13th 2024.
The Edinburgh International Film Festival is set to kick off in style with Hollywood's very own Saoirse Ronan, who will be gracing the red carpet for the UK premiere of a new film based on Amy Liptrot's captivating memoir, The Outrun. With her critically acclaimed performance in Brooklyn and previous screenings at Sundance, Ronan has already garnered praise for her role in this highly anticipated film.
In Liptrot's book, she shares her journey of returning to her hometown of Orkney after a tumultuous decade in London, where she struggled with drug and alcohol addiction. Ronan, who not only stars in the film but also co-produced it, will be joined by Liptrot and director Nora Fingscheidt for the grand premiere at EIFF. The excitement is palpable as this project, backed by STUDIOCANAL, promises to be a special one.
EIFF Director, Paul Ridd, gushed about the film, saying, "The Outrun is a truly special film. Saoirse Ronan's electric and fearless performance is the heart and soul of this lyrical and thought-provoking movie. It's the kind of bold and daring work that we are proud to support and showcase at our festival." He also expressed his gratitude to have the opportunity to work with such talented women in the film industry, including Ronan, Liptrot, and Fingscheidt.
Adding to the star-studded lineup is Hollywood film editor Thelma Schoonmaker, renowned for her collaborations with Martin Scorsese on iconic films such as Raging Bull and Goodfellas. At EIFF, she will be launching a new short film prize, aptly named after her. Ridd couldn't contain his excitement, saying, "We're honored to have Thelma Schoonmaker, a legend in her own right, join us at the festival, and we're thrilled to announce the creation of the Thelma Schoonmaker Shorts Prize in her honor."
Isabel Davis, Executive Director of Screen Scotland, also shared her enthusiasm for The Outrun, saying, "This film beautifully captures the raw and rugged landscape of Orkney, which serves as both the backdrop and the source of redemption and healing for the protagonist. Nora Fingscheidt's exceptional direction, combined with Amy Liptrot's evocative writing and Saoirse Ronan's powerful performance, make for a truly captivating and emotional film."
With such a strong lineup of talented individuals, it's no wonder that The Outrun is one of the most highly anticipated films at EIFF this year. So be sure to catch it on the big screen and stay updated with all the latest news and updates from the festival by subscribing to Scottish Field.
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