Oss Oss Wee Oss
Originally released in 1953. Oss Oss Wee Oss is a documentary film. directed by Alan Lomax. At just 12 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Charlie Chilton and Charlie Bate
Synopsis
Padstow, a fishing village on the coast of Cornwall, celebrates May Day with an ancient custom: two osses (hobby-horses) dance through the town streets accompanied by drums and accordions. All Padstownians participate in the event, which has now become a tourist attraction drawing over tens of thousands of annual visitors. Folklorists Alan Lomax and Peter Kennedy and filmmaker George Pickow collected footage at the festival in 1951, producing a pioneering work in the use of sound, low-light photography, and conversational presentation of narrative. A favorite of Margaret Mead, who used it in her classes, the film circulated widely and continues to have influence today, especially in the neo-Pagan community.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 2, 1953
73 years ago
Runtime
0h 12m
12 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Folk Films
- English Folk Dance and Song Society
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oss Oss Wee Oss about?
Padstow, a fishing village on the coast of Cornwall, celebrates May Day with an ancient custom: two osses (hobby-horses) dance through the town streets accompanied by drums and accordions. All Pads...
Who directed Oss Oss Wee Oss?
Oss Oss Wee Oss was directed by Alan Lomax.
How long is Oss Oss Wee Oss?
Oss Oss Wee Oss has a runtime of 0 hours and 12 minutes (12 minutes total).
When was Oss Oss Wee Oss released?
Oss Oss Wee Oss was released on January 2, 1953 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Oss Oss Wee Oss?
The main cast of Oss Oss Wee Oss includes Charlie Chilton, Charlie Bate.