Scheme Birds

Gemma navigates the turbulent transition from adolescence to motherhood in the steel town of Motherwell, Scotland. Struggling to find her place, the young woman’s carefree lifestyle clashes with the more conventional values of her community. As her relationships become strained and challenges mount, Gemma's journey reveals the complexities of growing up in a world that often feels at odds with her desires. The film captures her tumultuous path through love, loss, and the search for identity amid the pressures of small-town life.