Gone the ear shattering explosions disturbing man and beast, instead, a feast of poetic peace. Gone, the repetitive blinding flashes on the eye and gone the sulfurous, sickly smells, which once permeated crystal clear Scottish air, as now in awe we gaze upon the triumphant unmatched display, heralding in Scotland's New Year. Congratulations team, this is, the way forward, Happy New Year XXX
Fantastic job and a wonderful alternative to fireworks. Thank you so much for all the beauty and yes: WE ARE ONE! Wish you all the best with greetings from Berlin, Germany 💞
I felt wretched about the coming year, until I saw this work of human ingenuity, partnership, creativity and grace--almost a visual parallel to the development of vaccines. Many thanks to the people of Scotland for this extraordinary gift.
Born English with Scottish ancestry, and so happy to see Scotland leading the way yet again with such an inspired piece blending poetry, music, spectacle and the latest technology. Fireworks are so last year!
Respect to the entire team. The somewhat predictable cancellation of Edinburgh's fireworks was a disappointment but you took that and produced something arguably even better. Yes, we will welcome the return of the fireworks but let's make a permanent place for the drones in future years. THANK YOU.
This is just beyond stunning, I don't have words for it. I think a big, bright future awaits UnderBelly & Celestial - seriously, so well done. Just Imagine, the drones drawing out the planets, in the sky, wow - the different skyscapes for this technology, & such EXTREMELY talented people, are beyond imagination.
I have watched this several times - 40 years in California missing my Scottish home and this film moves me to tears every time but yet fills me with hope which is badly needed. Thank you for giving us such a beautiful piece of film art. I have no doubt that this will be an award winning production.
I enjoyed it very much..the music, the poems , the drone figures ..goose bumps every where..mystical ..surreal in a certain way..uplifting ...thank you..All...
Transported us to a new place..a place of caring, love and connectedness. Absolutely delightful, really impressive - for the whole world to embrace. Thank you.
Just saw the show. It is so stunningly beautiful. Made my day today. (Just ill and having a tough time mentally). It made me cry and lightened my spirit SO MUCH. Greetings from Germany THANK YOU!!!!!!!
That was just brilliantly uplifting. It captured Scotland and our connectedness so aptly. Great use of drone technology and a great proxy for fireworks. The poetry was sublime and the delivery and music was superb. Alchemy on the sky and the screen. Thanks from Australia.
Such beautiful, poignant, hopeful words; such stunningly beautiful images; such a powerful message of connectedness, empathy, and love. Scotland’s heart beats strong.
The brightest thing in the sky last night was Jackie Kay`s voice, beautiful words, delivered with true passion and conviction. Jackie represents everything Scottish, our culture, our history, our people and welcoming sprit. In the far distance, if you listen very carefully, you can hear Burn`s saying " I like this Lassie" Phenomenal production, well done to everyone involved.
So peaceful and hopeful! Forget about fireworks. I was truly moved by this as were all family members. Thanks Celestial. Have a great 2021! Can’t wait to see how you all expand your creativity.
A joy to experience. I found it so touching and heart opening. It felt like every cell in my body lit up in utter delight. A beautiful piece of work. Thank you so much.
Wonderful , powerful, depiction of the year past, the present and future, which captures all the emotions associated with the impact of COVID-19 on our lives and hopes for the future. Outstanding and technologically brilliant.
Absolutely brilliant! A magical journey capturing the essence of Scotland and the last extraordinary year and so much more appropriate than fireworks. The combination of Jackie Kay's words, a child's voice, poignant music and beautiful visual images, all performed at a gentle pace, have the power to touch the soul. Congratulations to every contributor.
Thank you from the United States of America, the display was beautiful and hopeful with the right note of bittersweet, may we strive to honor it's message of unity
... you all did a great job and created an exciting and very unique piece of art ... I enjoyed the Scottish accent and the poems in Gaelic, even if I did not understand them, just for the atmosphere that comes with it ... HNY 2021
Well done to all involved in making this possible. It was very moving. A great and fitting reflection to the year we have all felt, some more that others. I would go as far as saying this could be the best thing that happened in 2020!
Thank you so much you lovely people for creating the masterpiece and also for this video I wanted so much to find out who you were and thank you for the most beautiful thing I have come across in my life.
Bin sprachlos. Fantastisch. Mal wieder bewiesen wie toll Schottland und die Schotten (auch zugezogene) sind! Hoffe ihr bleibt in der EU und hoffe bald wieder nach Schottland reisen zu dürfen ❤️
How is there no public/amateur footage of this? Edinburgh is a half a million population city. The only footage available is the one released by themselves