Cargo for Ardrossan
Originally released in 1939. Cargo for Ardrossan is a documentary film. directed by Ruby Grierson. At just 18 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Oil arrives at the Ayrshire end of the Firth of Clyde: this fine documentary tells the story of the process, and of oil’s use to power Scotland’s industries. Informative throughout and at times very evocative, it was directed by Ruby Grierson, too often overshadowed by her brother John, ‘the father of British documentary’, but a good filmmaker in her own right, who was killed during WWII.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1939
87 years ago
Runtime
0h 18m
18 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cargo for Ardrossan about?
Oil arrives at the Ayrshire end of the Firth of Clyde: this fine documentary tells the story of the process, and of oil’s use to power Scotland’s industries. Informative throughout and at times...
Who directed Cargo for Ardrossan?
Cargo for Ardrossan was directed by Ruby Grierson.
How long is Cargo for Ardrossan?
Cargo for Ardrossan has a runtime of 0 hours and 18 minutes (18 minutes total).
When was Cargo for Ardrossan released?
Cargo for Ardrossan was released on January 1, 1939 in theaters.