Michael Sheen stars in comedy about UFOs after claiming he saw one over hometown
The UFO comedy film is a debut from director Simon Ryninks who was inspired by his west Wales roots.
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Notable Quotes
"I got told this, at the age of eight, about this woman who lived next door who was clearly very sensible, so I totally believed this."
— Michael Sheen , Celebrity
"After my mum passed away, I found myself returning frequently to west Wales, where our family is from."
— Simon Ryninks , Celebrity
"I loved the idea that this quiet, unassuming place had this secret extraterrestrial history."
— Simon Ryninks , Celebrity
Key People
Iwan Rheon is a Welsh actor known for his role in 'Game of Thrones'.
Michael Sheen is a Welsh actor known for his roles in films and television series.
Nerys Amber Stocks is a Welsh actress starring as the main character in 'Out There'.
Simon Ryninks is a director making his debut with the film 'Out There'.
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The UFO comedy film is a debut from director Simon Ryninks who was inspired by his west Wales roots.
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