The Fall of Sir Douglas Weatherford

In a windswept Scottish village, widower Kenneth (Peter Mullan) takes pride in his role as the local history guide, donning period costume to honor his claimed ancestor, Sir Douglas Weatherford, an eccentric 18th‑century philosopher and inventor. But when a flamboyant fantasy television production descends on the town and commandeers the local visitor center, the invasion sidelines cherished traditions. Kenneth’s carefully ordered world begins to unravel. As costumed fans flood the streets and pop‑culture spectacle overshadows local lore, Kenneth’s grasp on reality falters and he plots his own lo‑fi film production. Anchored by Mullan’s commanding performance and a brilliant ensemble, The Fall of Sir Douglas Weatherford delivers sharp satire and witty reflections on family, obsession, and the quirks of smalltown life, all set against evocative imagery and the stunning Scottish countryside. —Jessie Fairbanks