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Tourette’s syndrome remains a hugely misunderstood condition – and the stigma around it can make life with Tourette’s an isolating one. Raising awareness about the realities of life with Tourette’s is something that Scottish activist John Davidson set out to do after being diagnosed with the condition in his teens – and now, Kirk Jones’ powerful biopic I Swear is bringing Davidson’s work into the spotlight.
Starring an endearing, charismatic Robert Aramayo as Davidson, I Swear offers a warm, heartfelt retelling of the activist’s life, from his youth in the Scottish Borders, to his adult years that see him embracing the condition and becoming a powerful voice in the Tourette community.
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The film has already received a number of accolades, including six BAFTA nominations, including Outstanding British Film, Best Original Screenplay (Jones), and Best Leading Actor (Aramayo). Aramayo took home the Critics’ Circle Breakthrough Performer of the Year Award following his performance in the film.
Aramayo won both Best Leading Actor for I Swear and the EE Rising Star Award at the 2026 BAFTAs. Accepting the former, Aramayo tearfully said, “I absolutely can’t believe this. I honestly cannot believe I have won this award. Everyone in this category blows me away.”
In the crowd, John Davidson, whom he portrays in the film, was seen jumping up and down in joy.
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