This spring, Drambuie and Filmhouse, Edinburgh present an extraordinary season of films starring the award winning British actor, Alec Guinness. Running throughout April, ‘Alec Guinness: presented by Drambuie’ will feature 12 astounding films that will demonstrate the talent and versatility of Alec Guinness, including Oliver Twist, The Lady Killers, Our Man in Havana, The Mudlark, The Lavender Hill Mob and Father Brown.
‘Alec Guinness: Presented by Drambuie’ is the ninth special season of films showcased to promote arts and culture, and provide unique and extraordinary experiences to Scottish cinema audiences.
On the 6th April, film journalist and co-director of the Glasgow Film Festival, Allan Hunter, will host a unique symposium on Guinness’ work. It will take audiences on an extraordinary journey, delving into the performances and iconic work of the actor. Hunter’s illustrated talk on Guinness’ career will include content such as his astonishing role as Obi-Wan Kenobi in the legendary movie, Star Wars and his significant association with Ealing Studios.
To complete this sensational film season, Filmhouse, Edinburgh will present an all day ‘Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy’ marathon, showcasing the entire seven-part classic drama on 20th April from 1:30pm. The drama saw Alec Guinness take on the complex role of George Smiley, a highly intelligent but retired agent commissioned to uncover the identity of a Russian mole. Showcasing the televised adaptation of the 1974 novel by author John Le Carre, the marathon will provide film fanatics the opportunity to immerse themselves completely into this gripping series. Drambuie, the extraordinary blend of finest aged Scotch whisky, spices and heather honey, will be there to serve their signature Hot Apple Toddy, to complete this extraordinary experience. Click above for tickets.
