Connect had its World Premiere at Glasgow Film Festival in 2019, followed by a small cinematic release that was funded by Screen Scotlands Distribution Fund. Connect had its North American Premiere at the Orlando Film Festival and quickly after was the Australian Premiere at Syndney Indie Film Festival, where I was awarded Best Director. The film was also asked to screen at the Scottish Parliament as a part of Suicide Prevention Week to raise awareness of male mental health in Scotland. Connect currently sits on Amazon Prime, YouTube, Apple TV, Google Play and Sky Store.
An outstanding directorial debut.
CinemaBang
★★★★
This poignant romantic drama shines much-needed light on the growing number of young male suicides in Britain
The Morning Star
★★★★
if a tiny percentage of people that saw Joker were interested in seeing the topic explored sensibly, Connect would be a box-office smash
Ten Seconds From Now
An incredible film.
The Scottish Sun
A disarmingly powerful drama, directed with empathy and restraint, centring on an outstanding performance by Kevin Guthrie.
Connect is an opportunity to celebrate the talent of women in the film industry today.
Films in Town
Battle Royale With Cheese
A striking film.
The Times
Simultaneously uplifting and harrowing.
Filmspace
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