My birthday was back in March, and I was lucky enough to receive two tickets to see Back to the Future at the Festival Theatre with a live score from the Royal Scottish National Orchestra. This was a lovely gesture from my younger brother. The event screened on 27th June.
Back to the Future has been my favourite film since I first saw it at the tender age of 9. It is one of my brother's firm favourites too, and we have always shared a special bond over it. I think this is the reason, as well as the brilliance of the film itself, that made this evening, and indeed the film, so special to us.
You all know the plot to the Back to the Future so I shan't go into the details. (If you haven't seen it, you're a butthead.) This was the second time I've been lucky enough to view BTTF on the big screen, and it really does bring something extra to the table. It is more colourful and vibrant, as well as amping up the ever-present doubt that Marty will actually make it back in time!
The RSNO were phenomenal. What a performance they put on. They had clearly rehearsed hard, and this resulted in a captivating and precise delivery of the wonderful score. They played added extras too, such as sound effects here and there, and this really was a treat.
The film ended with a rip-roaring version of the BTTF main theme from the orchestra. The sort of feeling that I get when I hear a piece of music I really love gives me an uncanny feeling; it is almost one of pride, and I suppose it is slightly overwhelming. I felt this when the orchestra closed the evening on the main theme. It really was magical and fully deserving of the long-lasting standing ovation they received from the grateful audience.
A fantastic evening was had by all, and I could not have asked for a better birthday present!
The screen overlooking the orchestra
Excited siblings; unfortunately we were sat separately
RSNO
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