James McAvoy has expressed his pride in his directorial debut, California Schemin’, following its UK premiere at the Glasgow Film Festival. The Glasgow-born actor was speaking on Sunday night at a red carpet event held at Glasgow Film Theatre, celebrating the film which is based on the true story of Scottish rap duo Silibil N’ Brains.
The film chronicles the remarkable story of Gavin Bain and Billy Boyd, the duo behind Silibil N’ Brains, who successfully convinced the music industry they hailed from California in a bid to secure a record deal. McAvoy’s venture into directing marks a significant moment in his career, and he emphasized the deeply personal connection he feels to the project. The film is a testament to Scottish storytelling and talent, a point McAvoy underscored in recent interviews.
California Schemin’ stars Seamus McLean Ross and Samuel Bottomley as Bain and Boyd, with Lucy Halliday portraying Mary, Rebekah Murrell as Tessa, and McAvoy himself taking on the role of Anthony, a disgruntled record label manager. The premiere drew a crowd of celebrities and film enthusiasts eager to witness the unveiling of McAvoy’s directorial vision.
