HOUSE! European Showcase

Aided by Kjell Vassdal’s striking cinematography and Jonathan Rudd’s sharp editing, Julian Kemp’s first feature is a stylistic tour-de-force that marks him as a director to watch.

Threatened by overwhelming competition from the new Mega Pleasure Bingo Arena, which is stealing not only customers but also La Scala’s star caller, the local bingo hall may be forced to close. Then waitress Linda discovers she has a gift: she knows the numbers before they come up. As the new caller for La Seala, she can determine who wins the million-dollar game. But Linda’s mother had the same powers, which led to family misfortune. The stage is set, as Linda must decide whether to use her ability to save La Scala, or if some gifts are best left unwrapped.

Amidst the stellar ensemble, Kelly MacDonald (TRAINSPOTTING) is sensational in this charming comedy bonanza.