A history of scotland on youtube historian neil oliver has had two series of history programmes on bbc tv tracing the story of scotland and they have now appeared on youtube. The highlands, na gaidhealtachd, of scotland have long been a firm favourite of film makers for its stunning skylines, inspiring landscapes and a rich and dramatic history. As originally broadcast on the bbc, this ambitious tenpart documentary series finds broadcaster, archaeologist and presenter neil oliver emceeing a panoramic overview of the 2,000 year history of scotland from the initial formation of a scotch identity around the time of christs birth, through the devolution and relaunch of the scottish parliament in the late 1990s. A journey into our collective past, the film explores the universal themes of love, loss resistance, migration, work and play. Another great movie about scottish history is stone of destiny. Presenter neil oliver narrates the walks, and local experts add their insight. At no time during this great journey does he seek to talk down to or lecture the viewer as some others do, he lets the story unfold with little vignettes of reconstruction to help the story a long and. The first download festival was created by stuart galbraith, and cobooked by andy copping in 2003 in the same location.
On imdb tv, you can catch hollywood hits and popular tv series at no cost. Paul leonardmorgans soundtrack for the bbc series a history of scotland. Jan 16, 2002 you can help maintain the quality of the scotland on film site by letting us know if you find any sites unacceptable or offensive. Not too much need be made of this though as, for most purchasers, the focus will be on the excellent tenpart history of scotland. Resource scotland on film alba air an sgailean into film. A history of scotland audio walks podcast by neil oliver. Oliver begins the book by stating that scotland s history belongs to every on of us. Official scottish singles sales chart top 100 official charts company. Compiled by the official charts company, scotlands biggest singles of the week, based on sales of digital downloads, cds, vinyl and other formats, across a. Scotland is full of dangerous natives who speak an incomprehensible language and the is weather awful. Click on a letter below to go to list of movies beginning with that letter. They are an excellent introduction to scottish history from earliest times to almost the present day.
A history of scotland, series 1, language is power bbc one. The heritage collection british pathe has compiled a selection of the finest 20th century reporting on scotland. The dramatic story of scotland by charismatic television historian, neil oliver. See glasgows preparations for gas attack in gas wash, watch. Visit amazons bbc scottish symphony orchestra store. Historic stories and historical accounts on the history of scotland from the pages of scottish history online. The last king of scotland movies james mcavoy, forest. Select any poster below to play the movie, totally free. While everything may not be exactly according to fact it is enough so and presented in such a way that you are riveted to every moment of whats going on. Get your kindle here, or download a free kindle reading app. Defined by its relationship to england, scotland s popular history is full of nearmythical figures and tragic events, her past littered with defeat, failure and thwarted ambition. Dec 03, 2015 the 15 greatest scottish movies of all time posted on december 3, 2015 december 3, 2015 by eoghan lyng given the countrys impressive list of actors sean connery, james mcavoy, ewen mcgregor, directors bill forsyth, kevin mcdonald, writers, composers, it should come as no surprise that the country has been the subject of many wonderful. If you want an unbiased,nonbritish establishment history of scotland then avoid this like the plague.
Its no surprise that scotland attracts the worlds leading actors, filmmakers and television producers few places are quite as photogenic as we are. Mary, queen of scots became queen of scotland at six days old. The 15 greatest scottish movies of all time taste of. Ten thoughtprovoking episodes bring a fresh perspective to scotlands past and challenges many o the perceived notions of scottish history. A journey into our collective past, the film explores universal themes. Scotland is one of the oldest countries in the world with a vivid and diverse past. Here is a short guide on how to use the site which has been running since 2001.
There is a series of documentaries on the history of scotland on youtube and here is part 1 of a six part presentation. Sep 12, 2014 there are many better films to watch about scotland. For the classics of scottish drama and fiction, read the big three. Wikimedia commons quick facts name mary, queen of scots birth date december 8, 1542 death date february 8, 1587 did you know. The scottish history pages, scottish history online, scotland. Aug 31, 2017 the last king of scotland is a 2006 historical drama film based on giles fodens novel the last king of scotland 1998, adapted by screenwriters peter morgan and jeremy brock, and directed by.
The 15 greatest scottish movies of all time the 15 greatest scottish movies of all time. The chess set in meridas room, for example, is the famous lewis chessmen from the 12th century, unearthed in scotland in 1831. The history of the alison or allison family in europe and america, a. He is best known as a presenter of several bbc historical and archaeological documentary series, including a history of scotland, vikings. Oct 01, 2009 neil oliver, archeologist, historian, broadcaster and native scot has written an captivating journey through scotland s history. The scenery in scotland is so extraordinarily lovely that twice i was reduced to tears at its magnificence. Our jawdropping scenery provides the perfect backdrop for the camera, with rugged landscapes and ethereal geological features which have everyone watching in awe. Much of that early history is mythologized and seen through the eyes of others such as the roman, tacitus. A selection of film and radio clips on the scottish experience of 20th century conflict. Youll find a packed programme of events taking place throughout the year, as well as lots of opportunities to discover sides of scotland you never knew existed. A land full of culture, mystery im looking at you, nessie and some of the most beautiful landscapes in the world, scotland is always at the front of location scouts minds.
This is a compelling survey of key moments in scotland s history presented in neil olivers typically informative, engaging and intensely personal style. Made entirely of scottish film archive, from scotland with love is a 75minute film by awardwinning director virginia heath with a transcendent score by scottish musician and composer king creosote. The second series began on bbc one scotland in early november 2009. Presented by neil oliver, a history of scotland is a television series first broadcast in november 2008 on bbc one scotland and later shown ukwide on bbc two during january 2009. The download festival was conceived as a follow up to the monsters of rock festivals which had been held at the donington park circuit between 1980 and 1996. The first films of scotland committee was set up by the scottish secretary of state and the scottish development council with the stated object of fostering and encouraging the production of scottish films of national. The history of scotland is a very broad subject but he threads his way through a sometimes bloody historical background to the birth of a nation.
Top 10 movies set in scotland best scottish movies ever made. With its magnificent mountains, captivating seascapes and deep forests, this unique part of scotland has enjoyed a starring role in hundreds of movies and. Historic environment scotland is the lead public body established to investigate, care for and promote scotlands historic environment. Scotland and its beautiful hiking trails are famous for their breathtaking scenery and, not surprisingly, have been used as the location for many wellknown movies. A concise overview of the history of scotland from start to end. Scotland s history has been badly served over the years. William wanted war on catholic france, so he granted parliament a liberal regime. If you can get this as a download or import your cd onto the computer and make the album. The earliest history of scotland is shrouded in something of a mist. Documentary on the prehistory of scotland full documentary. Buy a history of scotland first paperback edition by neil oliver isbn.
Yet the stories and figures that dominate scottish history tales of failure, submission, thwarted ambition and tragedy often badly serve this great nation, overshadowing the rich tapestry of her intricate past. Scotland on screen contains hundreds of films to watch, talk about and use as inspiration for your own projects. The last king of scotland is a 2006 historical drama film based on giles fodens novel the last king of scotland 1998, adapted by screenwriters peter morgan and jeremy brock, and directed by. Bbc history magazine and bbc world histories magazine are published by immediate media company limited under licence from bbc studios. Nov 28, 2012 few countries can match scotland when it comes to dramatic scenery and our glens and lochs have featured in some of the most successful movies in cinema history. The second films of scotland committee, set up by the secretary of state for scotland acting through the scottish council development and industry began active operations in february 1955, with the appointment of a director, forsyth hardy, the first film critic of the scotsman and an associate of grierson who also accepted an invitation to join the. Landmark documentary series presented by neil oliver. Hadrians wall was the line in the sand between roman and unconquered britain and the romans only rarely ventured north. Historic environment scotland arainneachd eachdraidheil alba. But believe it or not theres been a lot of awesome films made and set in scotland. Jun 11, 2009 its a lively couple of hours, but the last king of scotland skates over the worst bits of amins rule, and its condemnation of british imperialism could have been more sophisticated. His delivery is in the fine tradition of scottish story tellers and part of the reason to watch. And all who witnesses its wonders come to believe in its. You can bring the dynamic of film to your scottish family history which will show you how your scottish ancestors lived and worked.
How into film clubs can get young people writing 15 jan 2019 in into film club of the month. The end of the decade was punctuated by james camerons revolutionary and major blockbuster film avatar 2009, the highest grossing domestic film of 2009 and of the decade. From classic cinema through to modern day representations of scotland on film, the resource touches on history. The 3,000 hours of footage in the archive would stretch for 1,300 miles if it was laid endtoend. The scottish screen archive at the national library of scotland is now called the moving image archive. The activities in this resource are designed to encourage educators and young people to explore scotland through film, focusing specifically on two central themes. Made entirely of scottish film archive, from scotland with love is a 75minute film by award winning director virginia heath with a transcendent score by scottish musician and composer king creosotes. Review of the film sector in scotland creative scotland. Bbc news uk scotland film archive catalogue goes online. Spare yourself this atrocity and watch the wonderful a history of scotland, and fictional but true fun hamish macbeth.
Page dealing with tv and movie locations in scotland. A television appeal brought in hundreds of forgotten newsreels and ancient footage from film clubs, old cinemas and peoples attics. Scottish screen archive national library of scotland. From edge of yourseat thrillers and blockbuster action movies to ribtickling comedies and boutique arthouse films, scotland has been the setting for an eclectic range of productions. Neil oliver born 21 february 1967 is a british television presenter, freelance archaeologist, conservationist and author. Over 500 hours of digital film footage about how life was from 1890s to the present day in rural scotland. When it comes to british movies, usually films made in england particularly london get all attention. Leprosy, film, william wallace, robert the bruce, lepers, wars of scottish. Films made in scotland, about scotland, or by scottish people subcategories. The films of scotland committee 1938 and 195482 produced one hundred and sixty eight documentaries on scotland and scottish life. Neil oliver reveals the story of the infamous highlandlowland divide, which was the result of a family struggle. The land breathes with an ancient mystery, intones the trailers narrator. A travellers history of scotland andrew fisher, revised 2009.
It starts of a little slow at first i think, but gets very interesting. The films of scotland documentaries presents the story of that committee and the films it produced, illustrating that story with stills and quicktime movie extracts. What i love about a history of scotland is its unrestrained use of spectacular photography coupled with a thorough and pithy explanation of scottish history, which is turbulent at best and not the easiest thing to get your mind around. Whilst scottish identity is shown to be something that is distinct i.
The 15 greatest scottish movies of all time taste of cinema. From classic cinema through to modern day representations of scotland on film, the resource touches on history, myth, and culture. Most of scotlands top historians refused to have anything to do with this series as it was so anglocentric and gives the impression that scotland was nothing until we became a part of the abomination that was,and is,the british empire. An engaging series of audio walks around historic locations in scotland, to tie in with the landmark series on bbc one. Our latest into film club of the month is a doubleheader from st ninians high school, scotland, which boasts both a junior and senior into film club.
The films of scotland documentaries history the second. Neil oliver, as a native scot and a history expert, is the perfect choice as a presenter. England vs scotland 1967 clip 1 england vs scotland 1967 clip 2 enough to eat. Sir walter scott, robert louis stevenson, and poet robert burns. The second series began on bbc one scotland in early november 2009, with transmission at a later point on network bbc two. The archive was set up in 1976 to safeguard scotland s ever growing historic film collection. Launch of paddle steamer glen gower laying foundation stone kirkintilloch parish church. Eriskay a poem of remote lives clip 1 eriskay a poem of remote lives clip 2 excursion to wembley. An american oil man journeys to scotland in this 1983 film. January 18, 2018 january 31, 2018 by dann castillo. Each film clip comes with ideas for things you can do before, during or after watching. Our themed years celebrate the very best of scotland and its people. Scotland was ignored, in famine because of the war and denied the english colonial trade until william patterson founded the royal bank and trading company of scotland, which made a quarter of the countrys sparse cash vaporize in the panamanian darien colony. Nov 08, 2016 while this is a disney pixar animated film, many of the backdrops were inspired by real locations in scotland and scottish treasures.
The last of the free at the dawn of the first millennia, there was no scotland or england. The film was criticised for using a white character to explore black history. As originally broadcast on the bbc, this ambitious tenpart documentary series finds broadcaster, archaeologist and presenter neil oliver emceeing a panoramic overview of the 2,000 year history of scotland from the initial formation of a scotch identity around the time of christs birth. Scotland in the world how others see us in film this project explores scottish identity and the concept of what it is to be transnational through the consideration of three films. For those of us who have an interest or scottish ancestry and want to know about the history this series is a great entre. You can watch films and clips from the collection, and find details of over 6,000 films and videos, in the moving image archive catalogue. The films have been organised by topic and are presented on a single navigable page for the first time. This category has the following 5 subcategories, out of 5 total. Jan 16, 2002 thank you for visiting the scotland on film website. From edgeofyourseat thrillers and blockbuster action movies to ribtickling comedies and boutique arthouse films, scotland has been the setting for an eclectic range of productions. Visit the website today and explore 5,000 years of history.
An analogue film for a digital age from scotland with love. New history of scotland edinburgh university press. Fisher probes scotland s turbulent history, beginning with the celts. On 23 march 2009, neil oliver presented a programme on cleopatra on bbc. The history of road movies featuring scotland is then discussed, in particular the. Only the last dvd in the set, on clans, is passable, at least it provides more recent film and narration, and the soundtrack attempts scottishness at times, but the muzak lingers.
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