They Made the Land
Synopsis
They Made the Land (1938) is a documentary showcasing how land in Scotland was reclaimed and cultivated for agriculture. It explores the challenges of making a living from the land while highlighting the contributions of agricultural research and animal breeding. Produced as part of a series of seven documentaries for the 1938 Empire Exhibition, the film was created under the supervision of pioneering documentarian John Grierson.
Top Cast
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- Director
- Mary Field
- Original Score
- Jack Beaver, William Hodgson
- Original Title
- They Made the Land
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 20m
- Production Studios
- Gaumont-British Instructional
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mary Field
Jack Beaver, William Hodgson
Department Leadership Roster
Mary Field
Director
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Official cinematic photography and background stills for They Made the Land.
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Frequently Asked Questions About They Made the Land
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What is They Made the Land about?
They Made the Land (1938) is a documentary showcasing how land in Scotland was reclaimed and cultivated for agriculture. It explores the challenges of making a living from the land while highlighting the contributions of agricultural research and animal breeding. Produced as part of a series of seven documentaries for the 1938 Empire Exhibition, the film was created under the supervision of pioneering documentarian John Grierson.
Who directed They Made the Land?
They Made the Land was directed by Mary Field.
Who stars in They Made the Land?
The principal cast of They Made the Land includes E. V. H. Emmett.
When was They Made the Land released and how long is it?
They Made the Land was released in 1938 with a total runtime of 20m.
Who composed the musical score for They Made the Land?
The original motion picture soundtrack for They Made the Land was composed by Jack Beaver, William Hodgson.