Screen International and Screen Scotland Unveil Rising Stars Scotland 2024 Line-up The Biannual Programme Screen International and Screen Scotland ha
Screen International and Screen Scotland Unveil Rising Stars Scotland 2024 Line-up
The Biannual Programme
Screen International and Screen Scotland have revealed the line-up for the second edition of their Rising Stars Scotland talent spotlight. The biannual programme, which started in 2022, aims to identify and promote the next generation of Scottish filmmakers and actors to the international industry.
Joint Initiative
Rising Stars Scotland is a joint initiative from Screen Scotland and Screen International, and is an offshoot of Screen’s UK & Ireland Stars of Tomorrow showcase. The line-up features 10 up-and-coming actors, writers, writer-directors, and producers who are on the verge of their first major professional breakthrough.
Talent Development
Screen Scotland has committed to help the selected talents by offering advice and professional development over the following 12 months. Support will focus on connecting talent to relevant industry figures and key decision-makers, to elevate the Stars’ international profile and progress career objectives.
Selection and Mentoring
The selection was made by Screen’s executive editor, reviews and new talent Fionnuala Halligan. Halligan said: "I am so proud to see Rising Stars Scotland reach its second iteration… A production boom means Scottish stars have a natural home to ply their trade, too. Everything a rising talent could need or want is now on their doorstep, and the indigenous industry will benefit from it."
Isabel Davis, executive director at Screen Scotland, added: "We’re delighted to support Rising Stars and to celebrate the deep pool of talent here in Scotland. Edinburgh in August is the place to be for talent discovery and creative connections. Congratulations to all the Rising Stars and we look forward to supporting them on their journeys to ever greater things."
About Each Rising Star
Read more about each Rising Star below:
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Conclusion
Rising Stars Scotland is an exciting initiative that recognizes and supports the next generation of Scottish filmmaking talent. The 2024 line-up promises to be an impressive one, with talented individuals who are on the cusp of breaking into the international industry.
FAQs
Q: Who are the Rising Stars Scotland?
A: The Rising Stars Scotland are 10 up-and-coming actors, writers, writer-directors, and producers who are on the verge of their first major professional breakthrough.
Q: How many Rising Stars are selected?
A: 10 Rising Stars are selected each year.
Q: What does Screen Scotland offer to the Rising Stars?
A: Screen Scotland offers advice, professional development, and connections to relevant industry figures and key decision-makers to help the selected talents elevate their international profile and progress career objectives.
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