Scouting for Boys
Originally released in 2007. Scouting for Boys is a documentary film. directed by Deborah Lee. At just 60 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ian Hislop and John Rowe
Synopsis
Lord Baden-Powell's 1908 handbook Scouting for Boys is one of the most influential and best-selling books of all time. In the 20th century, only the Bible, the Koran and the Thoughts of Chairman Mao sold more. But they had fewer jokes, no pictures and were useless at important stuff like tying knots. In this entertaining and affectionate film, Ian Hislop uncovers the story behind the book which kick-started the Scout Movement - a work which is very eccentric, very Edwardian and very English. Hislop discovers that the book is also very radical and addresses a variety of modern issues, such as citizenship, disaffected youth and social responsibility. He explores the maverick brilliance of Baden-Powell, a national celebrity after his heroism in the Boer War, and considers the book's candid focus on health and well-being.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 14, 2007
18 years ago
Runtime
1h 0m
60 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Takeaway Media
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scouting for Boys about?
Lord Baden-Powell's 1908 handbook Scouting for Boys is one of the most influential and best-selling books of all time. In the 20th century, only the Bible, the Koran and the Thoughts of Chairman Ma...
Who directed Scouting for Boys?
Scouting for Boys was directed by Deborah Lee.
How long is Scouting for Boys?
Scouting for Boys has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes (60 minutes total).
When was Scouting for Boys released?
Scouting for Boys was released on May 14, 2007 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Scouting for Boys?
The main cast of Scouting for Boys includes Ian Hislop, John Rowe.