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The Outrun (film)

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The Outrun
Company typeFilm
IndustryMotion pictures
Founded2024
FounderNora Fingscheidt, Amy Liptrot, Daisy Lewis (screenplay)
Headquarters
United Kingdom, Germany
ProductsDrama film

The Outrun, a 2024 drama presented in English, features Saoirse Ronan portraying a woman who returns to Scotland's Orkney Islands. Directed by Nora Fingscheidt, the movie is an adaptation of Amy Liptrot's 2016 memoir The Outrun. The screenplay was co-written by Fingscheidt and Liptrot, based on a narrative they developed alongside Daisy Lewis. This film is a collaborative production between the UK and Germany, also starring Paapa Essiedu, Nabil Elouahabi, Izuka Hoyle, Lauren Lyle, Saskia Reeves, and Stephen Dillane.

The film debuted at the Sundance Film Festival on 19 January 2024. It was later released by StudioCanal in the United Kingdom on 27 September and subsequently in Germany on 5 December.

Plot

Narrated through a non-linear structure, the film follows Rona, a young woman recently discharged from rehabilitation for alcoholism, as she returns to her home in the Orkney Islands of Scotland. Her parents, who hail from England, are separated, and she divides her time staying with each of them. While living with her father, she assists with farm work and encounters her mother's circle of religious acquaintances.

Through flashbacks, the story reveals Rona's past as a biology graduate student in London, where her drinking problem worsened into full-blown alcoholism. This deterioration strained her relationship with her boyfriend Daynin and culminated in an assault that led her to enter rehab. After completing a 90-day sobriety program, Rona comes back to Orkney but finds it difficult to reconnect. Although she initially plans to return to London, she abandons this plan following a relapse triggered by her father's bipolar disorder.

Rona secures employment with the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB), undertaking a search for the elusive corn crake. Later, she works on the isolated island of Papa Westray, where she forms connections with local residents, including another recovering alcoholic who owns a grocery store. During a severe winter season, Rona develops an interest in seaweed ecology and gradually restores her health. As she prepares to depart, she joyfully responds upon hearing the distinctive call of the corn crake.

Production

In January 2022, it was announced that Nora Fingscheidt would helm the film adaptation of Amy Liptrot's memoir The Outrun, with Saoirse Ronan attached both as lead actress and producer. The screenplay was co-crafted by Fingscheidt and Liptrot. Filming commenced in August 2022 on location in Orkney. Ronan’s spouse, actor Jack Lowden, also contributed as one of the producers. Ronan attributed her decision to accept the role to Lowden’s encouragement, describing the experience as therapeutic and emphasizing its thematic focus on overcoming alcoholism.

Release

StudioCanal handled distribution across the UK, France, Germany, and Austria. The film opened in UK cinemas on 27 September 2024 and later premiered in Germany on 5 December. Protagonist Pictures took charge of international sales worldwide, while North American rights were managed by CAA Media Finance. The movie was licensed to Filmcoopi and Cineworx for Swiss distribution, Cinéart for markets in Benelux countries, and Stage 6 Films for global territories excluding North America. On 12 July 2024, Stage 6 announced a collaboration with sister company Sony Pictures Classics for the North American theatrical release scheduled for 4 October 2024. Subsequently, the film became accessible via Netflix in both the UK and US during February and March 2025.

Its world premiere took place at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival on 19 January 2024. The film was also showcased at several other festivals including the Panorama section of the 74th Berlin International Film Festival, the 77th edition of the Edinburgh International Film Festival, and the 2024 Cinéfest Sudbury International Film Festival.

Critical response

Adrian Horton of The Guardian described the film as "a poignant and nuanced adaptation" that skillfully "steers clear of typical cinematic memoir clichés," while commending "Ronan's strong portrayal." David Rooney from The Hollywood Reporter observed that Fingscheidt’s third film "further delves into the raw complexities of the damaged female mind," featuring an "intensely expressive performance" by Ronan.

Alissa Wilkinson, writing for The New York Times, lauded Ronan's subtle expression of intricate emotions, calling the film "a beautiful and hard-earned celebration" that shuns traditional depictions of addiction.

Accolades

Award Ceremony date Category Recipient(s) Result Template:Refh
Berlin International Film Festival 25 February 2024 Panorama Audience Award for Best Feature Film Nora Fingscheidt Template:Nom [1][2]
Telluride Film Festival 30 August 2024 Silver Medallion Saoirse Ronan Template:Won [3]
Evolution Mallorca International Film Festival 5 November 2024 Best Actress Template:Won [4][5]
Best Film The Outrun Template:Nom
Gotham Awards 2 December 2024 Outstanding Lead Performance Saoirse Ronan Template:Nom [6]
British Independent Film Awards 8 December 2024 Best Lead Performance Template:Nom [7][8]
Best British Independent Film The Outrun Template:Nom
Best Director Nora Fingscheidt Template:Nom
Best Screenplay Nora Fingscheidt and Amy Liptrot Template:Nom
Best Cinematography Yunus Roy Imer Template:Nom
Best Editing Stephen Bechinger Template:Nom
Best Make-Up & Hair Design Kat Morgan Template:Nom
Best Original Music John Gürtler and Jan Miserre Template:Nom
Best Sound Dominik Leube, Oscar Stiebitz, Jonathan Schorr and Gregor Bonse Template:Nom


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