Rail
Synopsis
"Rail" captures British Railways at a major turning-point in its history. In certain respects, this was a period of considerable upheaval and loss. There was a facing-up to the increasing need for a big modernisation drive. Full and speedy electrification, or the wider promotion of diesel-power on remaining lines, became a matter of top priority. Geoffrey Jones recorded a rapidly disappearing world of everyday steam travel, with its labour-intensive rail workforce : some of the footage in "Rail" (recognisable from "Snow") dates from around 1962.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Geoffrey Jones
- Original Score
- Wilfred Josephs, Daphne Oram
- Original Title
- Rail
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 14m
- Production Studios
- Geoffrey Jones (Films), British Transport Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Geoffrey Jones
Wilfred Josephs, Daphne Oram
Geoffrey Jones
Department Leadership Roster
Geoffrey Jones
Director
Geoffrey Jones
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rail
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What is Rail about?
"Rail" captures British Railways at a major turning-point in its history. In certain respects, this was a period of considerable upheaval and loss. There was a facing-up to the increasing need for a big modernisation drive. Full and speedy electrification, or the wider promotion of diesel-power on remaining lines, became a matter of top priority. Geoffrey Jones recorded a rapidly disappearing world of everyday steam travel, with its labour-intensive rail workforce : some of the footage in "Rail" (recognisable from "Snow") dates from around 1962.
Who directed Rail?
Rail was directed by Geoffrey Jones.
Who stars in Rail?
The principal cast of Rail includes Not specified.
When was Rail released and how long is it?
Rail was released in 1967 with a total runtime of 14m.
Who composed the musical score for Rail?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Rail was composed by Wilfred Josephs, Daphne Oram.