raynbow Posted December 1, 2009 Report Share Posted December 1, 2009 (edited) Gerard Butler to be made ambassador of Glasgow Film Office The Hollywood star will hope his new role will mean it is easier to film in the city. 01 December 2009 06:15 AM Gerard Butler to be made ambassador of Glasgow Film Office Hollywood star Gerard Butler will be made an ambassador for the Glasgow Film Office on Tuesday. It is hoped that Mr Butler’s endorsement of the office will help the Glasgow Film Partnership, which has been created to make the process of filming on location in Glasgow as simple as possible. Ahead of the launch, which will take place on Tuesday morning, Mr Butler said: "I'm very honoured to be asked to be Glasgow Film Office's ambassador. Anything I can do to support the local film and television industry is worthwhile. "I wish Glasgow Film Office every success in the launch of the Glasgow Film Partnership and hope the benefits of this new initiative will lead to increased production in the city very soon." Gerard Butler became famous to audiences worldwide for his performance in 300. His new film Law Abiding Citizen is just out in cinemas across the country. Councillor George Ryan, executive member for business and the economy at Glasgow City Council, added: "I am delighted that an actor of such global renown as Gerard Butler has lent his support to Glasgow Film Office, and this can only help our efforts to attract even more film and broadcast activity to Glasgow in the future through the Glasgow Film Partnership launched today." Jennifer Reynolds, film commissioner for Glasgow Film Office commented: "I am absolutely thrilled that Gerard Butler has agreed to become our ambassador. His profile helps lend credibility to Glasgow and combined with his support for our office, he will help to publicise Glasgow within the film industry. "He shares with Glasgow Film Office a strong passion for raising the profile of the city and we look forward to future collaborations and opportunities to promote Glasgow together." Glasgow is the centre of the film and television production industry in Scotland, contributing nearly �18million directly to the city economy in 2008. Glasgow Film Office works with council departments, Strathclyde Police and productions to ensure that all filming activity occurs with the minimum impact on the everyday life of citizens and businesses of the city while delivering the maximum economic impact. Last updated: 30 November 2009, 17:40 You can read the story here: http://news.stv.tv/scotland/west-central/1...ow-film-office/ Edited February 25, 2010 by becozy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rendita Posted December 1, 2009 Report Share Posted December 1, 2009 That is great news! Way to go Gerry! Ren Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suegrint1 Posted December 1, 2009 Report Share Posted December 1, 2009 this is a great honour for gerry and i am so pleased for him, it shows what respect he has now in glasgow, and how they hope he can help with their growing film industry. i expect gerry is so chuffed after receiving this appreciation from his home city and people. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patsyb Posted December 1, 2009 Report Share Posted December 1, 2009 Thank you for posting the article. How wonderful to know that Gerard is receiving some long overdue recognition in his home country. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phoenixgirl Posted December 1, 2009 Report Share Posted December 1, 2009 I saw this last night. This is SO incredible for him. He never ceases to make me proud to be his fan. They couldn't have picked a better man for the job. Congrats, Gerry! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BaileyS Posted December 1, 2009 Report Share Posted December 1, 2009 This is fantastic. Thank you for posting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terezoulini Posted December 1, 2009 Report Share Posted December 1, 2009 Here's a a video for it: http://www.glasgowfilm.com/blog/?p=172 I'm so moved and I'm not even from Glasgow. Theresa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raynbow Posted December 1, 2009 Author Report Share Posted December 1, 2009 Thanks so much for the video link! It's lovely to know how much he's appreciated, and how important his opinions are. raynbow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phoenixgirl Posted December 1, 2009 Report Share Posted December 1, 2009 Love the video! Thank you for that. It's great to see him take such pride in not only his work but his homeland. And now for the chance for him to possibly mix the two again. Brilliant ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matreshka Posted December 1, 2009 Report Share Posted December 1, 2009 Thanks for such great news !!! I'm so happy for Gerry, he deserves it a lot. The video was great and I wish him to work soon on a big project in Glasgow. May be we will hear more about Burns soon? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragon Slayer Posted December 1, 2009 Report Share Posted December 1, 2009 This is such a coup for Gerry! How wonderful for him...I'm hoping this might mean more of his premieres in Glasgow? I'm sure if he has his say they will. Maybe this will also be the impetus to get Burns filmed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
framolamdu Posted December 1, 2009 Report Share Posted December 1, 2009 Well considering they could have asked the likes of James McAvoy or Ewan McGregor I think this is a wonderful honour for Gerry and as some of you have already said I hope he considers more film premieres in Glasgow. I think with Burns since he spent a good part of his life in Edinburgh it would be lovely to see it premiered at the Edinburgh Film Festival. Moira Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emily Bronte Posted December 1, 2009 Report Share Posted December 1, 2009 I"m very happy and proud for Gerard!!! This is only the beginnings of big things for Gerry, Glasgow, and BURNS!!! Gerry will be one of the movers and shakers of the industry!!! YES YOU!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shirsan Posted December 2, 2009 Report Share Posted December 2, 2009 Found this on the STV site. raynbow Gerard Butler to be made ambassador of Glasgow Film Office The Hollywood star will hope his new role will mean it is easier to film in the city. 01 December 2009 06:15 AM Gerard Butler to be made ambassador of Glasgow Film Office Hollywood star Gerard Butler will be made an ambassador for the Glasgow Film Office on Tuesday. It is hoped that Mr Butler’s endorsement of the office will help the Glasgow Film Partnership, which has been created to make the process of filming on location in Glasgow as simple as possible. Ahead of the launch, which will take place on Tuesday morning, Mr Butler said: "I'm very honoured to be asked to be Glasgow Film Office's ambassador. Anything I can do to support the local film and television industry is worthwhile. "I wish Glasgow Film Office every success in the launch of the Glasgow Film Partnership and hope the benefits of this new initiative will lead to increased production in the city very soon." Gerard Butler became famous to audiences worldwide for his performance in 300. His new film Law Abiding Citizen is just out in cinemas across the country. Councillor George Ryan, executive member for business and the economy at Glasgow City Council, added: "I am delighted that an actor of such global renown as Gerard Butler has lent his support to Glasgow Film Office, and this can only help our efforts to attract even more film and broadcast activity to Glasgow in the future through the Glasgow Film Partnership launched today." Jennifer Reynolds, film commissioner for Glasgow Film Office commented: "I am absolutely thrilled that Gerard Butler has agreed to become our ambassador. His profile helps lend credibility to Glasgow and combined with his support for our office, he will help to publicise Glasgow within the film industry. "He shares with Glasgow Film Office a strong passion for raising the profile of the city and we look forward to future collaborations and opportunities to promote Glasgow together." Glasgow is the centre of the film and television production industry in Scotland, contributing nearly £18million directly to the city economy in 2008. Glasgow Film Office works with council departments, Strathclyde Police and productions to ensure that all filming activity occurs with the minimum impact on the everyday life of citizens and businesses of the city while delivering the maximum economic impact. Last updated: 30 November 2009, 17:40 You can read the story here: http://news.stv.tv/scotland/west-central/1...ow-film-office/ Looks like Gerry got a new ring and a new bracelet for his birthday. Very nice.His eye also looks much better in this video. I do hope it is all well now. Love him absolutely, Sandy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scotsmanstuart Posted December 2, 2009 Report Share Posted December 2, 2009 http://www.glasgowfilm.com/includes/random...rard_butler.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paisleyscot Posted December 2, 2009 Report Share Posted December 2, 2009 Ahh great news!! Gerry's so proud of where he comes from so this is a great coo for him! The video shows how much he loves Glasgow and Scotland. Cheryl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DNice09 Posted December 2, 2009 Report Share Posted December 2, 2009 Congrats to him! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terezoulini Posted December 2, 2009 Report Share Posted December 2, 2009 Here's a a video for it: http://www.glasgowfilm.com/blog/?p=172 I'm so moved and I'm not even from Glasgow. Theresa Here's another link with video (additional footage from the premiere as well). http://news.stv.tv/scotland/west-central/1...ow-film-office/ Theresa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laxmom Posted December 2, 2009 Report Share Posted December 2, 2009 What an honor for Gerry! He really has come so far from taking that giant leap of faith that he could become an actor. I can't imagine just packing up with no money or prospects. I admire his determination. I'm sure he counts his blessings everyday for the great life he leads! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Kyriem Posted December 3, 2009 Report Share Posted December 3, 2009 Congrats to him!! I'd bet he's so proud of it... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted December 7, 2009 Report Share Posted December 7, 2009 Great news for him! Maybe he can produce or even direct a movie in Scotland one day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotchy's Admirer Posted February 27, 2010 Report Share Posted February 27, 2010 Here's a a video for it: http://www.glasgowfilm.com/blog/?p=172 I'm so moved and I'm not even from Glasgow. Theresa Scotland.....the only place in the entirety of the world that I would give up my Canadian citizenship for, and believe me when I say, I am a proud Canadian and love my country with all my heart and soul but I would give it all up for my sister country. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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