
Painted Eightsome
Synopsis
Margaret Tait described this title as 'An eightsome reel played by Orkney Strathspey and Reel Society, recorded in about 1955 - 1956, later transferred to 35mm optical stock with clear picture and gradually painted over the years. Eights of different things - figures, antlers, or sometimes just blobs in tartan colours - dance their way through the figure of the reel.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Margaret Tait
- Original Title
- Painted Eightsome
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 6m
- Production Studios
- Ancona Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Margaret Tait
Department Leadership Roster
Margaret Tait
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Painted Eightsome
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What is Painted Eightsome about?
Margaret Tait described this title as 'An eightsome reel played by Orkney Strathspey and Reel Society, recorded in about 1955 - 1956, later transferred to 35mm optical stock with clear picture and gradually painted over the years. Eights of different things - figures, antlers, or sometimes just blobs in tartan colours - dance their way through the figure of the reel.
Who directed Painted Eightsome?
Painted Eightsome was directed by Margaret Tait.
Who stars in Painted Eightsome?
The principal cast of Painted Eightsome includes Not specified.
When was Painted Eightsome released and how long is it?
Painted Eightsome was released in 1970 with a total runtime of 6m.




















