About the Author

Paul Laverty's concern for social issues led him to work for a human rights organisation in Nicaragua. His experiences in Central America took him away from his work as a lawyer in Scotland and inspired him to write the script for Carla's Song, his first film with Ken Loach. Carla's Song was to be the beginning of one of the most prolific professional relationships in contemporary cinema. A Palme d'Or and nine films written by him and directed by Ken Loach have won Paul Laverty recognition as an acclaimed scriptwriter.

Reviews

'At a time when the poor of the world seem to be rising up, I found myself deeply moved and completely enthralled by this film.' - Michael Moore