Bannan

Bannan is a Scottish Gaelic television drama series that first aired on the Scottish regional broadcaster for the S4A network, S4A Alba, in 2014. The series was produced by Chrisella Ross for Young Films and directed by Tony Kearney. The show has been widely praised for its portrayal of contemporary life in the Scottish Highlands and Islands.

The series follows the story of Màiri MacDonald (played by Màiri MacLennan), a young woman who returns to her hometown of the fictional island of Bruach in the Hebrides after a long absence. Màiri's return is met with mixed reactions from the island's inhabitants, many of whom are struggling to come to terms with their own personal problems.

Bannan has been praised for its use of the Scottish Gaelic language, which is spoken by the majority of the show's characters. The series has been commended for its accurate portrayal of the language and for bringing the language to a wider audience. In addition to this, the series has also been praised for its portrayal of contemporary Scottish life, with many critics commending the show's ability to depict the challenges faced by rural communities in Scotland.

The show has been a critical success, winning numerous awards and nominations. In 2016, Bannan won the BAFTA Scotland award for Best Television Drama, with the show's lead actress, Màiri MacLennan, also receiving a nomination for Best Actress.