Highland Park Taps ‘Game of Thrones’ Actress Gwendoline Christie to Star in Film Celebrating 225 Years of Scotch Whisky History
In celebration of its 225th Anniversary, Highland Park tapped “Game of Thrones” actress, Gwendoline Christie, to star in a short film about the distillery. (Photo: Highland Park)
Highland Park collaborated with actress Gwendoline Christie on a short film celebrating the Orkney-based distillery’s 225 years of history. Highland Park announced the debut of the project on Wednesday.
The film was directed by Charlie Thomas.
“Orkney has a stunning landscape, which I’ve been able to explore first-hand to see how the environment and communities influence the heritage, flavor and spirit of Highland Park whisky,” Christie said, according to The Spirits Business.
The short film, titled “Orkney Stories,” is now available for viewing on Highland Park’s Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.
The film showed the British actresses exploring the Orkney Islands, learning about Highland Park’s process and taking a tour of a heather-filled peat field.
Highland Park claims the specific peat imbues its spirit with a “unique aromatic smokiness.”
Gwendoline Christie rose to prominence for playing the role of Brienne of Tarth on “Game of Thrones.” The Emmy-nominated actress is also known for her roles in “Star Wars,” “Wednesday” and “The Sandman.”
Highland Park Global Brand Director Paul Condron, expressed his enthusiasm for the short film which celebrates the brand’s 225 years of history.
“Through the eyes of Gwendoline, we show our special relationship with the islands and what makes our whisky so distinctive,” Condron said, according to The Spirits Business. “Inspired by her spirit of creativity and drive to challenge norms; Gwendoline Christie felt like the perfect person to shape and share our story.”
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