"scotland"
A Short Film About Pringle of Scotland by David Shrigley
In 2010, artist David Shrigley was commissioned by Pringle of Scotland to create a short animated film to celebrate the brand's return to Milan Fashion Week. The animation, showcased during Pringle of Scotland's menswear show in Milan on 18th January, depicts the making of jumpers and cardigans over the past 195 year history of the Scottish brand.
The X In Scotland
The racial tensions experienced by Black and Asian people in Scotland are situated within the writings and teachings of the American activist Malcom X. Despite the physical distances between the US and Scotland, Malcolm’s incredible influence manages to reach Scottish waters to inspire generations of Scots of colour.
Anthrax: Kings Among Scotland
Captured February 15-Feb 2017 at the band’s sold-out concert at Glasgow’s historic venue Barrowland Ballroom, the two-hour “Kings Among Scotland” incorporates the band’s entire live show. The concert is presented in two parts. For part one, Anthrax performed the “favorites” that had been voted on pre-show by the band’s fans and incl..
Scotland's Vital Spark: The Clyde Puffer
Documentary in which David Hayman explores the rich history of one of Scotland's best-loved boats, the Clyde Puffer.
Glimpses of New Scotland
Glimpses of Nova Scotia, from Halifax to Digby. The off-screen narration cites history, tradition, the contributions of Scottish and French immigrants, the strategic importance of Nova Scotia's coast, each village's churches, the stained glass windows at St. John's in Lunenburg, the Acadians' annual apple crop, Port Royal (now Annapolis Royal), a h..
Scotland Yard Investigator
A London curator loses the Mona Lisa to a collector, who discovers it's a fake.
Scotland for Fitness
One of a group of seven documentaries made for the 1938 Empire Exhibition under the supervision of John Grierson, the film was part of a campaign to improve the fitness of the Scots.
The Face of Scotland
The history of Scotland and the factors that have shaped the character of its people.
Sport in Scotland
An overview of sports played in Scotland, including the benefits to its citizens and the facilities used.
Flight: Searching for Scotland
A road movie about Scots in Canada. "Flight" traces the culture they perpetuate and through a series of portraits, follows how emigrants express their identity often generations after their families have moved there.
Scotland and the Klan
The role of Scots in shaping the concept of the American Dream is a story often celebrated but could Scottish settlers have also had a hand in America’s racist nightmare? Neil Oliver travels over two thousand miles to examine links between racism today and the Scottish settlers that first occupied America's Deep South.
Scotland Yet
A documentary about the wider "Yes" movement, filmed throughout 2014 in the run up to the historic referendum on Scottish independence. Largely ignored by the media, this film has become something of a cult favourite amongst those in favour of an independent Scotland.
Scotland's Einstein: James Clerk Maxwell - The Man Who Changed the World
Professor Iain Stewart reveals the story behind the Scottish physicist who was Einstein's hero; James Clerk Maxwell. Maxwell's discoveries not only inspired Einstein, but they helped shape our modern world - allowing the development of radio, TV, mobile phones and much more. Despite this, he is largely unknown in his native land of Scotland. Scien..
Scotland: Contains Strong Language
Schooled in Fife, coming of age in a rock ’n’ roll band, then finding her forte was directing temperamental actors, Cora Bissett is no stranger to theatrical Scottish swearing. So who better to present a celebration of Caledonian cursing? This documentary sees Cora sing, swear and scrutinise why Scotland swears so well. Cora begins with the fi..
A Song For Scotland
How do you write a great Eurovision song? How did a made-up band from Glasgow end up on stage in San Marino as part of their official Eurovision selection process? Part travelogue, part comedy entertainment with a dose of Scottish Eurovision history -this hilarious and irreverent film looks to answer those questions and more.
Felix Scoots Through Scotland
Felix plays golf.
Royal Scotland
Royal Scotland is a 1952 short documentary film directed by Gerard Bryant. It was nominated for an Oscar for Best Short Subject, One-Reel.
Blake of Scotland Yard
A 15 episode serial in which Blake battles the "Scorpion" over possession of a 'death ray' machine.
On the Whisky Trail: The History of Scotland's Famous Drink
Mention Scotland, and for the majority of people, amongst the images of haggis and the Loch Ness Monster, Scotch Whisky will quickly spring to mind. Known throughout the world as the “water of life,” whisky is a fascinating subject for the novice and connoisseur alike, and the more you know about this heart-warming, golden tipple, the better pl..
Scotland on Screen
A documentary exploring the various ways that Scotland has been portrayed on screen.