Phil Ellis Presents: Being There

<p class="isSelectedEnd">We're delighted to welcome award-winning comedian and cult favourite Phil Ellis for a special screening of <em>Being There</em> as part of our series of Edinburgh Fringe comedians presenting their favourite films.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The screening starts at <strong>10:30pm</strong>, with Phil introducing one of his all-time favourites. A huge film fan, he'll be sharing why <em>Being There</em> has stayed with him over the years and what makes it such a remarkable piece of cinema.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Directed by Hal Ashby and starring the incomparable Peter Sellers in one of the greatest performances of his career, <em>Being There</em> follows Chance, a sheltered gardener whose simple observations are mistaken for profound wisdom. What unfolds is a brilliantly understated satire on politics, media and the way we project meaning onto those around us.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Phil Ellis is an award-winning comedian who became an instant fan favourite following his appearance on <em>Taskmaster</em> Series 20. Often described as a "comedian's comedian", Phil won audiences over with his unique blend of offbeat observations, inventive physical comedy and gloriously unpredictable performances.</p><p>You can also catch Phil at the Edinburgh Fringe with his brand new show, <em>Bath Mat</em>. The show runs throughout the Fringe, with tickets available here:&nbsp;<b><a href="https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/phil-ellis-bath-mat">https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/phil-ellis-bath-mat</a></b></p>ComedyPT2H10M122026-08-14
Peter Sellers
Shirley MacLaine
Melvyn Douglas
Hal Ashby
Charles Mulvehill
Andrew Braunsberg
Phil Ellis Presents: Being There"Phil Ellis Presents: Being There"

Showtimes

August 14, 10:30 pm

Scotsman Picturehouse