WITH AN INTRODUCTION BY DAVID PUTTNAM

Join us again this year in the atmospheric grounds of Abbeystrewery Church for our outdoor movie night! This year we are delighted to have David Puttnam to introduce his classic 1983 movie, Local Hero. Peter Riegert is Mac, the Houston businessman flown to the fictional Highlands fishing village of Ferness to negotiate a deal with the locals to buy their land – land wanted by his eccentric boss (Burt Lancaster) to use as a North Sea oil base. Having found more friends within this tiny population than a lifetime in the big city, and captivated by the beautiful beachside surroundings, Mac soon fi nds himself not wanting to leave. The villagers, meanwhile, have more than a few surprises tucked up their sleeves.

This story is about capitalism at work, one of many expectations to be turned on its head as the tale unfolds!
* Sincere thanks to David Puttnam for his permission to screen Local Hero tonight.
* Proceeds from this evening’s events will go to charity.
* Remember to wrap up warm – bring a warm jacket and a hot fl ask – summer nights can be chilly!