The Weepers
Synopsis
'The Weepers' is a 30-minute short film that playfully explores Scotland's relationship with the Gothic horror genre. Drawing on a variety of cultural reference points, including Scottish myth, haunted house movies and Doctor Johnson’s trip to the Hebrides, the film is a surreal exploration of Highland culture post-Clearances, where the number of sheep has gradually exceeded that of the human population.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rachel Maclean
- Original Title
- The Weepers
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 30m
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Rachel Maclean
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Rachel Maclean
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What is The Weepers about?
'The Weepers' is a 30-minute short film that playfully explores Scotland's relationship with the Gothic horror genre. Drawing on a variety of cultural reference points, including Scottish myth, haunted house movies and Doctor Johnson’s trip to the Hebrides, the film is a surreal exploration of Highland culture post-Clearances, where the number of sheep has gradually exceeded that of the human population.
Who directed The Weepers?
The Weepers was directed by Rachel Maclean.
Who stars in The Weepers?
The principal cast of The Weepers includes Steven McNicoll, Kirsty Strain.
When was The Weepers released and how long is it?
The Weepers was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 30m.