Sailm nan Daoine (Psalms of the People)

SAILM NAN DAOINE (Psalms of the People) is a moving and immersive road trip documentary that journeys through Scotland and Ireland to explore the thousand-year old living tradition of Gaelic psalm singing, uncovering the power of community, family and the resilience needed to keep a language alive. Directed by Jack Archer, the film follows musician and sound designer Rob MacNeacail as he travels across landscapes rich in history, language and song. Beginning in the Scottish Borders and moving through the Western Isles, Belfast and County Cork, Rob’s journey becomes both a personal and cultural exploration. Along the way, he encounters communities keeping this ancient musical practice alive, uncovering how psalm singing continues to shape identity, belonging and collective memory. Blending field recordings, live encounters and an evocative original soundtrack, the film weaves together past and present in unexpected ways. Traditional melodies sit alongside experimental sounds, creating a distinctive and contemporary sonic landscape. “… A fascinating documentary, at once personal and political, uplifting and thought-provoking. You can’t ask for much more, really. And the singing… is absolutely fantastic” – The Herald Official selection Glasgow Film Festival 2026. The film in part in English, part in Gaelic, with English subtitles throughout.DocumentaryPT1H25M8+2026-05-17
Rob MacNeacail
Jack Archer
Hopscotch Films
Sailm nan Daoine (Psalms of the People)"Sailm nan Daoine (Psalms of the People)"Gaelic

Showtimes

May 17, 2:30 pm

May 19, 5:15 pm

Highland Cinema