Homegrown
A Depot film strand shining a light on British Independent Cinema
Join us at Depot once a month for the latest in British Independent Cinema. We will be handpicking films that show the diversity and skill present across the industry – and inviting the filmmakers and actors themselves to join us and provide first hand personal insight into the process of making a film.
Our specific focus will be on uncovering gems that may find it harder to compete in the distribution landscape – films under the radar, the true independents. We know that 131 British films started shooting during Jan – Sep 2024, with a total production spend of £1.8 billion. There are lot of films being made, but what we see in the cinema is the tip of the iceberg. Together, let’s dive deeper and explore.
Films screening as part of Homegrown will be added to this page as soon as they go on sale.
Upcoming Screenings
The Marbles
Tuesday 16 December, 17:30
Includes a Q&A with director David Wilkinson
Cert 12A
In 1801, Lord Elgin controversially removed half the Parthenon’s sculptures, sparking a backlash from his contemporaries that continues today. What followed was a 200-year diplomatic battle between Greece and Britain over cultural patrimony.
When respected actress and politician Melina Mercouri challenged the British Museum in 1983, she transformed the issue into an international cause that redefined how we think about cultural ownership.
This thoughtful documentary, filmed over five years starting on the 200th anniversary of Greek independence, reveals the complexities of museum ethics, cultural policy, and the competing claims surrounding ancient artefacts.
From Athens to London, it’s a tale of empire, resistance, and redemption—with Scotland emerging as an unlikely hero.
If you would like information about the content of this film, including potentially triggering material, please CLICK HERE for guidance from the BBFC
