This film explores solutions to the global crises we face today – solutions any one of us can be part of – through the inspiring stories of people pioneering change in their own lives and in their communities in order to live in a sustainable and regenerative way.

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Refugee Kung Sang (Benedict Wong) and his family are given a plot at a Merseyside allotment to help with his rehabilitation and integration into British society. Some of the longstanding residents take umbrage, but eventually rapprochement is found; initially over the joys of gardening but then to fight the common cause of an invading mobile phone company. Inspired by a real-life refugee rehabilitation programme, Cottrell Boyce and Carl Hunter’s script expounds on both the joys of gardening and the hard graft of multicultural cohesion, but Richard Laxton’s light-touch direction ensures a warm-hearted tone for this nourishing, feel-good comedy.​

Joining us for this special event is Paralympian gold medalist Karen Darke, filmmaker Kevin Woods, and adventurer Lorraine McCall.

An uplifting evening showcasing the very best of the Scottish outdoors, adventure, and filmmaking. Our events feature a diverse collection of short films that celebrate Scotland’s wild places and the people who enjoy them. The event will feature an amazing, inspiring lineup of films and will be hosted live, with a filmmaker and adventurer Q&A.

Whether you're an adventurer, a nature lover, or enjoy a good story, there’s something for everyone.

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Davy and Ally have to re-learn how to live life in Edinburgh after coming home from serving in Afghanistan. Both struggle to learn to live a life outside the army and to deal with the everyday struggles of family, jobs and relationships. Sunshine on Leith is based on the sensational stage hit of the same name, featuring music by pop-folk band The Proclaimers.

Love classic film and working on a favourite craft project? Imagine a visit to The Birks Cinema for a special crafting screening of Sunshine on Leith, where you're free to practice your crafts and share the cinema experience with your fellow guests. Lights will be left on throughout the show so that you can craft in comfort. Please don't bring crafts, such as paints, that may cause damage.​