"And here's to the fools who dream
Crazy as they may seem
Here's to the hearts that break
Here's to the mess we make"

'Alien on Stage' is a documentary about a group of Dorset Bus Drivers spent a year creating a serious stage adaptation of the sci-fi, horror film, Alien. With wobbly sets, awkward acting and special effects requiring more luck than judgement.

Out of all the films I saw at the Leeds International Film Festival, this was the most heartfelt thing I saw at the festival. No matter how crazy your idea is, or if you have any skills, or wherever you may be from, or how you may sound in other people's ears, the documentary proves that despite all odds it is possible, no matter what.

You do get a great sense of community here, a small community that gets discovered by the "big heads" of London theatre and brings the whole cast and crew to stage a single performance of their show in the West End.

The doc follows the rehearsal period, the making of the props (including a built alien size costume), the stress and worry, the trip to London, and the nerves on show day.

All leading to a satisfying conclusion. A bittersweet watch.