Black Watch
Synopsis
The stunning BBC TV production of the National Theatre of Scotland's urgently topical play. Hurtling from a pool room in Fife to an armoured wagon in Iraq, Black Watch is based on interviews conducted by Gregory Burke with former soldiers who served in Iraq. Viewed through the eyes of those on the ground, Black Watch reveals what it means to be part of the legendary Scottish regiment, what it means to be part of the war on terror and what it means to make the journey home again. John Tiffany's production makes powerful and inventive use of movement, music and song to create a visceral, complex and urgent piece of theatre. This is a show that brings together Scotland's military history and its proud tradition of popular, political theatre to address one of the thorniest issues of our time.
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Black Watch (The National Theatre of Scotland)
Type: Trailer • Published 2007-12-04
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bill MacLeod
- Screenplay & Story
- Gregory Burke
- Original Title
- Black Watch
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- BBC Scotland
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bill MacLeod
Gregory Burke
Iain Scollay, Andrew Lockyer
Department Leadership Roster
Bill MacLeod
Director
Iain Scollay
Producer
Gregory Burke
Writer
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Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
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What is Black Watch about?
The stunning BBC TV production of the National Theatre of Scotland's urgently topical play. Hurtling from a pool room in Fife to an armoured wagon in Iraq, Black Watch is based on interviews conducted by Gregory Burke with former soldiers who served in Iraq. Viewed through the eyes of those on the ground, Black Watch reveals what it means to be part of the legendary Scottish regiment, what it means to be part of the war on terror and what it means to make the journey home again. John Tiffany's production makes powerful and inventive use of movement, music and song to create a visceral, complex and urgent piece of theatre. This is a show that brings together Scotland's military history and its proud tradition of popular, political theatre to address one of the thorniest issues of our time.
Who directed Black Watch?
Black Watch was directed by Bill MacLeod.
Who stars in Black Watch?
The principal cast of Black Watch includes David Colvin, Brian Ferguson, Ali Craig, Paul Rattray, Henry Pettigrew.
When was Black Watch released and how long is it?
Black Watch was released in 2007 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Black Watch?
Black Watch holds official age classifications: GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.).