Black Watch
Originally released in 2007. Black Watch is a drama/tv movie film. directed by Bill MacLeod. With a runtime of 2h 34m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring David Colvin, Brian Ferguson, and Ali Craig
Synopsis
The stunning BBC TV production of the National Theatre of Scotland s urgently topical play. Hurtling from a pool room in Fife to an armoured wagon in Iraq, Black Watch is based on interviews conducted by Gregory Burke with former soldiers who served in Iraq. Viewed through the eyes of those on the ground, Black Watch reveals what it means to be part of the legendary Scottish regiment, what it means to be part of the war on terror and what it means to make the journey home again. John Tiffany s production makes powerful and inventive use of movement, music and song to create a visceral, complex and urgent piece of theatre. This is a show that brings together Scotland s military history and its proud tradition of popular, political theatre to address one of the thorniest issues of our time.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 27, 2007
18 years ago
Runtime
2h 34m
154 minutes total
User Rating
7.1/10
Great (4 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- BBC Scotland
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Watch about?
The stunning BBC TV production of the National Theatre of Scotland s urgently topical play. Hurtling from a pool room in Fife to an armoured wagon in Iraq, Black Watch is based on interviews conduc...
Who directed Black Watch?
Black Watch was directed by Bill MacLeod.
How long is Black Watch?
Black Watch has a runtime of 2 hours and 34 minutes (154 minutes total).
When was Black Watch released?
Black Watch was released on August 27, 2007 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Black Watch?
The main cast of Black Watch includes David Colvin, Brian Ferguson, Ali Craig, Paul Rattray, Henry Pettigrew.