02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Paul Black's film Govan Fair Queen comes to BBC Scotland
Govan Fair Queen is a new comedy short by the Scottish breakout star, who started his career on social media.
It follows nine-year-old Abigail, who is reluctantly pushed into entering the annual Govan Fair Queen competition by her larger-than-life gran Linda.
The story is a celebration of working-class pride, local legacy and intergenerational love, set in the heart of Govan, in the city's Southside.
It will star local acting legend Elaine C Smith, joined by Harper Blue Hamilton in her screen debut.
Paul Black's film Govan Fair Queen comes to BBC Scotland (Source: Sonja Blietschau) (Image: Sourced)
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Paul Black said: 'It was a joy to work with such a talented cast and crew on a wee story (roughly) based on my childhood.
"The Govan Fair holds a special place in the community's heart, and I loved bringing it to life on screen.
"It celebrates the humour and tenacity of the women I grew up around, highlighting the joy in working-class communities that is often overlooked in stories about us."
Govan Fair Queen will air as part of BBC Scotland's Comedy Shorts initiative at 9:30pm on Monday, July 14.
And again on BBC Three at 11pm on Thursday, July 17. It will also be available on iPlayer.
