Y Sŵn
Synopsis
In 1979, when Margaret Thatcher's first government breaks a promise to establish a Welsh language television channel, a wave of civil disobedience follows. One man - Gwynfor Evans - threatens to starve himself to death unless the government comes good on its manifesto pledge. The reimagining of one of the most colourful chapters in contemporary Welsh history.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Y Sŵn - Trêl Swyddogol/Official Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-01-31
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Rhodri Evan
Gwynfor Evans
Mark Lewis Jones
William Whitelaw
Eiry Thomas
Rhiannon Evans
Sian Reese-Williams
Margaret Thatcher
Rhodri Meilir
Nicholas Edwards
Lily Beau
Ceri Samuel
Lisa Jên Brown
Phyllis Kinney
Sharon Morgan
Marjorie
Claire Cage
Ymgynghorydd i'r Weinidog
Steffan Cennydd
Denis
Osian Davies
Rupert Edwards
Dyfan Dwyfor
Dafydd Wigley
Sion Eifion
Dafydd Elis-Thomas
Richard Elfyn
Goronwy Daniels
Carys Eleri
Nerys
Steven Elliot
Lord Harlech
Annes Elwy
Meinir Ffransis
Dafydd Emyr
Yr Arglwydd Cledwyn
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lee Haven Jones
- Screenplay & Story
- Roger Williams
- Original Score
- Sion Trefor
- Original Title
- Y Sŵn
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English, Welsh
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- Joio, Swnllyd, S4C
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lee Haven Jones
Roger Williams
Sion Trefor
Kevin Jones
Roger Williams
Department Leadership Roster
Roger Williams
Writer
Roger Williams
Producer
Lee Haven Jones
Director
Tack Baldwin
Stunt Coordinator
Kevin Jones
Editor
Simon Marks
Costume Design
Gary Kane
Stunt Coordinator
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Y Sŵn.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Y Sŵn
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Y Sŵn about?
In 1979, when Margaret Thatcher's first government breaks a promise to establish a Welsh language television channel, a wave of civil disobedience follows. One man - Gwynfor Evans - threatens to starve himself to death unless the government comes good on its manifesto pledge. The reimagining of one of the most colourful chapters in contemporary Welsh history.
Who directed Y Sŵn?
Y Sŵn was directed by Lee Haven Jones.
Who stars in Y Sŵn?
The principal cast of Y Sŵn includes Rhodri Evan, Mark Lewis Jones, Eiry Thomas, Sian Reese-Williams, Rhodri Meilir.
When was Y Sŵn released and how long is it?
Y Sŵn was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.
Who composed the musical score for Y Sŵn?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Y Sŵn was composed by Sion Trefor.