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Directed by | Johnny Barrington |
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Country | United Kingdom |
Language | English |
Silent Roar is a 2023 British film. It is written and directed by Johnny Barrington in his feature length debut.
Dondo (McCartney) is a young surfer mourning his father’s disappearance at sea with a crush on Sas, who dreams of escaping the island. Dondo’s behaviour is further altered by an unusual church minister’s arrival on the island.[1][2]
Written and directed by Johnny Barrington, the film is set in the Outer Hebrides. The picture is produced by Chris Young.[3] The film had support from Screen Scotland, BBC Film, and the BFI.[4]
Principal photography began in Scotland in September 2021.[5] Filming locations included the Isle of Skye.[6]
The film had its world premiere at the Edinburgh International Film Festival on August 18, 2023.[7] It has been awarded the high-profile opening gala slot at the festival.[8]