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Sir Sean Connery's family plans new filmmaking centre in Edinburgh
The NFTS Sean Connery Institute will be based in the centre of Sir Sean's hometown of Edinburgh
The family of Sir Sean Connery has announced plans for a new filmmaking centre in Edinburgh.
It will be named after the James Bond actor, who worked as a milkman in the Scottish capital before becoming a Hollywood star.
His children say they want it to provide training for the next generation of Scotland's film and TV talent and help them build lasting careers.
They said their father "understood that while talent may be distributed equally, opportunity is not, and that those who demonstrate determination and endeavour should have the chance to fulfill their potential".
They have unveiled plans to open the NFTS Sean Connery Institute in Edinburgh city centre within the next 18 months.
Sir Sean Connery appeared in seven James Bond films
It is the product of a partnership between the Sean Connery Foundation and the National Film and Television School (NTFS).
It would be a new, permanent home for the NTFS, which would deliver training, as well screenings, masterclasses and events.
Sir Sean's children said their father was "immensely proud" of his Scottish roots and he would be pleased they were deepening their relationship with Edinburgh.