Objective

Set Fire to the Stars is a playful, humorous and moving snapshot of one of the world’s most beloved poets. In 1950, John Brinnan (Wood) invited the highly acclaimed and infamous Welshman Dylan Thomas (Jones) to New York for a series of poetry readings, touring around the most prestigious college campuses of the United States. Ignoring persistent rumours of Thomas’ frivolities back home, Brinnan has his hands full when the poet arrives on US shores. Desperate to get his watchful university chaplains off his back, Brinnan takes Thomas to his family retreat in the woods of Connecticut. But even in the middle of nowhere, the resourceful and cantankerous Thomas finds an audience for his art, his passion, love and aggression.

Shot stunningly in Black and White, Set Fire to the Stars invites the audience to spend a week with the force of nature that is Dylan Thomas, brought to life beautifully by Goddard’s deft direction and exceptional performances by Celyn Jones and Elijah Wood.

Produced by Andy Evans, Set fire to the Stars stars Elijah Wood (Lord of the Rings), Celyn Jones, Steven Mackintosh, Shirley Henderson, Kevin Eldon, Richard Brake and Kelly Reilly. Soundtrack by Gruff Rhys (Super Furry Animals).

It has won three BAFTAs.  Soundtrack was Oscar long listed.  Released across the world.

The soundtrack has also just been released on Vinyl, CD and iTunes.

Current trailer: https://vimeo.com/187809076/6b043c1ff9

Atom Bomb - music video: https://youtu.be/edNDC03u_vI