Keys to the Castle

Keys to the Castle

2020 · 59 min · Documentary

A touching and often funny observational documentary about a charming couple in their twilight years, who have lived in their beloved Scottish castle since rebuilding it from ruins 40 years ago.

Directed by Darren Hercher

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