Director: Marc Evans
Cast: Minnie Driver, Aneurin Barnard
Origin: United Kingdom
Duration: 107m

It's the start of the sweltering summer of 1976, and the end of term is approaching at a secondary school in Swansea. Idealistic drama teacher Vivienne (Minnie Driver) is holding rehearsals for an ambitious musical production, a take on ‘The Tempest’ using the songs of her pupils' pop heroes in a version which “both Shakespeare and David Bowie could be proud of”. She faces an uphill battle with cynical colleagues, concerned parents and easily distracted teenagers. However, Vivienne ploughs on doggedly, inspired by the kids' talent and her deeply-held belief in the importance of music and the arts. Marc Evans' (‘Patagonia’, ‘Trauma’) latest feature is a sweet and sincere paean to the 1970s, an invigorating blend of genres, neither a traditional social realist film nor a straight musical. With a refreshing lack of cynicism, its soundtrack celebrates pre-punk pop, and features stirring versions of songs made famous by Bowie, ELO and The Beach Boys, among others. London Film Festival

+ This special preview screening will be followed by an extended discussion with director Marc Evans and producer Jonathan Finn.

With thanks to Entertainment One UK for this special preview screening

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