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The Herald Scotland
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Herald Scotland
New trailer for film about world porridge-making championship released
They are aiming to be named the World Porridge Champion and it has created intense rivalries. The film looks at those rivalries and how locals deal with the competition and all that comes with it. One of those is self-titled Chieftain of the Golden Spurtle, Charlie Miller. He is described as having an 'acerbic wit, charisma and a no-nonsense approach to all things porridge'. He is a maker of spurtles, which are wood porridge stirring utensils but since taking ill, he is looking for a successor to take over as chieftain. With no one in sight to take over, Charlie is left to shoulder the burden on the championship's uncertain future. The film tells his story and takes in the beautiful scenery around Carrbridge and the Highlands in general. It has been inspired by the works of photographers including August Sander and Martin Parr, and introduces the watcher to competitors from around the world including the 'Queen of Porridge' and young Australian chef Toby. The film is directed by Constantine Cosi (A Delicate Fire) with cinematography by Dimitri Zaunders. The film is produced by Rebecca Lamond (Friends and Strangers) and co-produced by John Archer (My Old School, My Name is Alfred Hitchcock). The film will have its UK premiere at this year's Edinburgh International Film Festival on 17 August. The Golden Spurtle is released in UK cinemas on 12 September 2025.
Scotsman
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Watch: First look at trailer of Highlands porridge documentary set for film festival
This video More videos The competition has been running for three decades Keep up with the latest new videos with the Shots! Newsletter. Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... The trailer of a documentary about a porridge making competition in the Highlands which is to premiere at Edinburgh International Film Festival has been released. The Golden Spurtle, directed by Constantine Costi, tells the story of the contest in the village of Carrbridge in the Scottish Highlands, where competitors fight it out for the coveted title of World Porridge Champion - using only oats, water and salt. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The competition has been held for last three decades, once a year, attracting contenders from around the globe. The Golden Spurtle documentary will be shown at Edinburgh International Film Festival. | contributed A spokesman for the documentary said: 'Amid intense rivalries, steaming bowls of porridge, and the lives of charmingly eccentric locals we see a living legacy unfold. 'Leading the way is self-titled Chieftain of the Golden Spurtle Charlie Miller, an acerbic wit, charisma and no-nonsense approach to all things porridge. A maker of spurtles (wooden porridge stirring utensils), Charlie is an artist at heart. Since taking ill he is looking for a successor to take over as Chieftain. But with no one in sight, Charlie is left to shoulder the burden of the championship's uncertain future.'
Edinburgh Reporter
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Reporter
EIFF – The Golden Spurtle – documentary to be released in September
One of the films in this year's Edinburgh International Film Festival – The Golden Spurtle – will be released on 12 September 2025. The documentary by Constantine Costi is 'witty and beautifully shot' and tells the story of the competition fought in Cartridge to compete for the title of World Porridge Champion. Amid the steaming bowls of porridge there is a story to be told. Leading the way is self-titled Chieftain of the Golden Spurtle Charlie Miller, an acerbic wit, charisma and no-nonsense approach to all things porridge. A maker of spurtles – which are used to stir the porridge – Charlie is an artist at heart. Since taking ill he is looking for a successor to take over as Chieftain. But with no-one in sight, Charlie is left to shoulder the burden of the championship's uncertain future. With striking cinematography illuminating both the film's memorable characters and the beautiful scenery of the Scottish Highlands, inspired by the work of photographers such as August Sander and Martin Parr, this is a visually ambitious delight for film and food fans alike. The film is directed by Constantine Cosi (A Delicate Fire) with cinematography by Dimitri Zaunders. The film is produced by Rebecca Lamond (Friends and Strangers) and co-produced by John Archer (My Old School, My Name is Alfred Hitchcock). The film will have its UK premiere at this year's Edinburgh International Film Festival on 17 August. The Golden Spurtle is released in UK cinemas on 12 September 2025. Pictured: Chieftain of the Golden Spurtle Charlie Miller in his Spurtle-making workshop Like this: Like Related
