For this screening, we are delighted to be showing several short films from the Scottish Documentary Institute’s 2025 Bridging the Gap programme, which focus on the theme ‘Influence’. Bridging the Gap is a training programme designed to support and inspire documentary talent in Scotland and Northern Ireland. A mother and her four-year-old son navigate the emotional

The character of Lt. Ellen Ripley (portrayed by Sigourney Weaver) from the Alien sci-fi film franchise, is frequently celebrated for being a groundbreaking female protagonist in a male-dominated action genre. Ellen Ripley’s resilience, resourcefulness, and strength in survival, made her an icon, challenging traditional gender roles in cinema and paving the way for more strong female leads. As Aliens celebrates its 40th