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Birmingham: A City Rooted in Talent

The Big Bull

Synopsis

Birmingham: A City Rooted in Talent is a compelling and groundbreaking documentary series that shines a spotlight on the city’s unparalleled creative and cultural heritage. Blending rare archival footage, exclusive interviews, and never-before-heard stories, the series features the trailblazers, musicians, broadcasters, athletes, and cultural pioneers, who shaped Birmingham’s sound and soul, propelling it onto the world stage alongside the likes of Black Sabbath, Duran Duran, and many more. Driven by the city’s own talent, this is a landmark celebration of Birmingham’s enduring influence.

Details

Year
2024
Type of project
Features
Running time
83 min
Director
Martin Tracey, D.G. Torrens 1st Feature

Genre

Music

Categories

Documentary

Production Status

Complete

Production Company

Contrary Trees Productions Ltd.

https://find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk/company/15263854
Director: martinpaperbackwriter@yahoo.co.uk
Writer: D.G. Torrens dtorrens71@gmail.com

Sales Company

Eunice Tan

7th Art Releasing

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