Sean Connery Talent Lab - Curtain Raiser 2025

CURTAIN-RAISER

Meet our 2025 participants on this transformative 12-month talent development programme!

Our final 23 participants were selected from hundreds of applicants, with each showcasing a diverse range of skills across writing, directing, producing, cinematography and editing. Find out more about them below - we are excited to see what the next 12 months brings, as they embark on bringing their projects to life at NFTS Scotland’s newest hub in Leith!

BBC Film, Broccoli Foundation and Sean Connery Foundation logos

Stephane Connery, pictured far right, with family at NFTS

Sean Connery Foundation with Jon Wardle and Alison Goring

"Our vision has been to expand access to the film and TV industry for talented Scots who may never have dreamt they could access the film industry.”

Stephane Connery

Chair of The Sean Connery Foundation (pictured far right)

"Dad always believed that education was a vital investment for anyone to achieve their full potential".

Jason Connery

Speaking on behalf of the Sean Connery Foundation (pictured 3rd from right)

Participants

Following an extensive search for the most promising ‘on the rise’ creative talent across Scotland and the UK, our final 23 participants were selected from hundreds of applicants, with each showcasing passion for their craft and a diverse range of skills across the disciplines. We are excited to explore the innovative perspectives and contributions these filmmakers will make to the industry, both within Scotland and on the international stage.