The True Story of Sawney Beane
Synopsis
In 16th-century Scotland, young Sawney Beane yearns to itch and scratch and buccaneer. So he bids farewell to his parents and their life of honest toil. Forty years on, Mr. Beane croaks his dying wish to Betty, his wife. "Go and find our lost son." And so Betty strikes off on her quest across the land, with the family savings in a hankie and a secret suspicion in her heart.
Top Cast
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- Director
- Elizabeth Hobbs
- Screenplay & Story
- Elizabeth Hobbs
- Original Score
- Normand Roger
- Original Title
- The True Story of Sawney Beane
- Country of Origin
- Canada, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 11m
- Production Studios
- Red Kite Animations, ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Elizabeth Hobbs
Elizabeth Hobbs
Normand Roger
Department Leadership Roster
Elizabeth Hobbs
Director
Elizabeth Hobbs
Writer
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What is The True Story of Sawney Beane about?
In 16th-century Scotland, young Sawney Beane yearns to itch and scratch and buccaneer. So he bids farewell to his parents and their life of honest toil. Forty years on, Mr. Beane croaks his dying wish to Betty, his wife. "Go and find our lost son." And so Betty strikes off on her quest across the land, with the family savings in a hankie and a secret suspicion in her heart.
Who directed The True Story of Sawney Beane?
The True Story of Sawney Beane was directed by Elizabeth Hobbs.
Who stars in The True Story of Sawney Beane?
The principal cast of The True Story of Sawney Beane includes Sheila Donald.
When was The True Story of Sawney Beane released and how long is it?
The True Story of Sawney Beane was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 11m.
Who composed the musical score for The True Story of Sawney Beane?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The True Story of Sawney Beane was composed by Normand Roger.