FORMER Doctor Who star Karen Gillan is taking a big career step after she confirmed she will be directing her first feature film.
The 28-year-old will also appear in the self-penned movie, named Tupperware Party.
Shooting will begin in the Scottish star’s home nation in January.
Gillan told fans on social media she is “so excited to finally share this with you all”.
She added: “This is a story I’ve been working on a number of years now and it’s certainly a visceral piece that may be tough to swallow without a strong chaser.”
The picture will be produced by Mt Hollywood Films, a new indie production studio. According to Variety, Gillan’s will be the first in a five-picture effort for the company.
Gillan rose to prominence playing the Time Lord’s companion Amy Pond in Doctor Who from 2010 until 2013.
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