The first few minutes may feel like a Lifetime or Hallmark channel flick, but stick with it. As the story delves deeper into the charms of the Scottish countryside, its characters and their goings-on, a funny tale ensues. Annabelle Wilson (played by Kathie Lee Gifford) is suddenly widowed after a 32-year marriage to her husband, Fred. They have lived an idyllic life on … [Read more...] about Then Came You – Film review
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Scotch – A Golden Dream – Film Review
What is it about Scotland that conjures up such emotional and romantic notions? Of a land of ever-changing vistas and a people so genuine to call a ready friend? These are the thoughts after watching Andrew Peat’s film, Scotch – A Golden Dream. One reason is the film’s subject, the ‘nectar of the gods’, ‘the blood of Scotland’ – the sublime spirit of whiskey that was born … [Read more...] about Scotch – A Golden Dream – Film Review
Mary, Queen of Scots – Film review
**Warning: Spoiler alert** Mary was Queen of Scotland for only six years, but she packed a life-full. Crowned at only 6 days old when her father passed, she is shackled off to France for her protection. The film begins with Mary’s (Saoirse Ronan) return to Scotland, age 18 and a widow, to take up reign. The reunion with her half brother Moray (James McArdle) - is a stiff … [Read more...] about Mary, Queen of Scots – Film review