This isn’t just another industry fluctuation. This is Scotland’s moment. The trope of success being found away from Scotland is over.

This is exactly what worked for us, what surprised me, and what I’d do again if I were starting from scratch.

This article breaks down exactly how it happened, step by step, as a practical guide for filmmakers who assume awards like BAFTA are out of reach. They aren’t.

Follow this strategy to get your film into the festivals you want.