Project Detail

Arcadia

Synopsis

From the earliest days of movie-making to the present day, through rare and unseen footage, we see the changing relationship the British have with their land. From images of local celebrations and festivals to agricultural practices through the seasons, village life and lost crafts.
Official Selection BFI London Film Festival 2017 - World premiere

Details

Year
2017
Type of film
Features
Running time
78 min
Director
Paul Wright
Producer
John Archer, Mark Atkin, Adrian Cooper
Executive Producer
Mary Burke
Composer
Adrian Utley, Will Gregory

Production Status

Production Company

A Hopscotch Films, Crossover, Common Ground production with the support of the British Film Institute (BFI) National Archive.

Common Ground

Lower Dairy
Toller Fratrum
Dorset
DT2 0EL

Sales Company

Hopscotch Films

John Archer

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