Emma Wassell: Laoch is a powerful and deeply moving story of resilience, loss and the unbreakable spirit of a warrior.

When Scotland international Emma Wassell is diagnosed with a 27cm tumour in her chest, her world is turned upside down. At the same time, she is navigating the devastating loss of her mother - facing a battle that stretches far beyond the rugby pitch. With her future in the game uncertain, the film follows Emma through her darkest moments and the long, gruelling road back.

Through intimate access and raw, honest storytelling, Laoch captures a journey of grief, courage and determination. From life-changing surgery to the painstaking process of rehabilitation, guided by Scottish Rugby’s medical team, Emma must rebuild not only her strength, but her belief that she can wear the Scotland jersey again.

Named after the Scottish Gaelic word for “warrior”, Emma Wassell: Laoch is an inspiring reminder that even in life’s toughest battles, hope, connection and resilience can carry you through.

Director and Producer - Euan Lownie
Editor - Eilidh Munro
Director of Photography - Steve Cardno
Sound Recordists - Pete Smith, Jonathon McLoone, Bob McDougall, Matia Strang
Creative Designer - Gemma Law
Sound Mix - Leslie Liu

For Vodafone:

Mark Huckerby
Lucy Nottage
Ellen McLeod
Maria Koutsoudakis
Alex Skelton

For Scottish Rugby:

Rex Hugill
Patrick McKelvey
Courtney Ennor
Caitlin Trueman
Matt Holrer
Sarah Cruickshank
Caitlin Gould
Lynsey McMillan
Calum Johnston
Ellen Dickson

Colourist - Jon Bruce

Online Assist - Joe Martyn

Post Producer - Sean Ewins