FILM: Acoustic Routes (12A)

Legendary guitarist Bert Jansch hails from humble roots in Edinburgh, where he nurtured his love of music before travelling to London to spearhead a new movement along with Davy Graham.

Lifelong fan Billy Connolly charts Jansch’s story in this documentary directed by Jan Leman, which examines the giddy highs of the early years and the changing landscape of the music industry through interviews with a stellar cast of folk and blues artists.

Released: March 1 (UK, selected cinemas), 101 mins

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