The Byre Theatre is St Andrews’ artistic and cultural hub and hosts a range of events and exhibitions including comedy, dance, film, music and theatre amongst others. Managed by the University, the Byre is a popular venue used by the local community. The theatre has full disabled access, including a hearing loop system and is also a Dementia Friendly venue.
Introduction and Q&A with John Maclean (Director) A thrilling new origin story with a stellar cast, this special screening of Tornado closes the fourth edition of Sands. Directed by filmmaker and musician John Maclean, born and raised in North East Fife, this action packed film reinvents the samurai movie tradition. Starring Kōki, Jack Lowden, Takehiro…
Ameline Kinloch Anderson* on why you should see Black Box Diaries at Sands 25: In her debut feature documentary, journalist Shiori Itō chronicles her inspiring journey to justice after being sexually assaulted by a prominent media executive with political influence. Black Box Diaries investigates the systemic issues surrounding the legal definition and handling of rape…
Introduced by Amman Abbasi (Writer/Director/Producer/Cinematographer), followed by Q&A with Amman Abbasi and Jeffrey E. Stern (Writer/Producer) Yucan Qin* on why you should see Yasmeen’s Element at Sands 25: In Amman Abbasi’s second feature film, Yasmeen’s Element, we embark on a mysterious cultural adventure seen through the eyes of a child searching for her lost chemistry…
The film is followed by a Q&A with Phoebe-Rae Taylor. Disney+ brings this coming-of-age drama to the Sands screen. Melody Brooks, a sixth grader with cerebral palsy, has a quick wit and a sharp mind, but because she is non-verbal and uses a wheelchair, she is not given the same opportunities as her classmates. When…
A Cannes standout, Holy Cow follows carefree Totone as his wild youth collides with responsibility. Determined to craft the finest Comté cheese, he must secure a future for his sister—no matter the cost. Shown in French with English subtitles Dir: Louise Courvoisier | 2024 | France | 1h 32m Contains strong language, scenes of drinking…
Join us for this special conversation with Frank E. Flowers, the Russo Brothers, and Angela Russo-Otstot hosted by Edith Bowman Award-winning Caribbean filmmaker Frank E. Flowers sits down for an in-depth conversation with the Russo Brothers and AGBO’s Chief Creative Officer Angela Russo-Otstot. A Caymanian storyteller who began his career as a writer and director,…
Join AI expert and Apple veteran Dominic Hughes for an in depth conversation, moderated by Tristan Henderson (Senior Lecturer in Computer Science). As a leader in algorithms, machine learning and currently serving as the Chief Scientist at AGBO, Dominic guides the development and deployment of Artificial Intelligence, with the goal of tapping its potential to…
Introduced by Elizabeth Sankey (Writer/Director/Editor) followed by Q&A with Elizabeth Sankey and Jeremy Warmsley (Composer/Producer) Yasmin Thornton* on why you should see Witches at Sands 25: Revisiting depictions of witches throughout history and popular culture, British filmmaker Elizabeth Sankey’s deeply intimate documentary sheds light on the fractured relationship between postpartum depression in mothers and its…
Award-winning Casting Director Kharmel Cochrane seamlessly navigates between independent gems and major blockbusters. Recent highlights include Nosferatu (2024), John Wick: Chapter 4 (2023), Rye Lane (2023), Bob Marley: One Love (2024), Emerald Fennell’s Saltburn (2023) and A Quiet Place: Day One (2024). Join Kharmel at Sands for this in person conversation and insight into the…
Introduction and Q&A with Manon Ouimet (Co-director/Producer) James Paumgarten* on why you should see Two Strangers Trying Not To Kill Each Other at Sands 25: A couple, renowned photographer Joel Meyerowitz and novelist Maggie Barrett, confront the challenges of ageing with the one you love. As they reflect on their lives and careers, navigate injury,…