Project Detail

Glasgowland

Synopsis

Glasgowland is an interactive narrative exploring identity and the contemporary built environment, combining cultural mythology with the architecture of memory and magical phenomenon.

Details

Year
2004
Type of project
Shorts
Running time
3 mins
Format
Beta SP
Director
Alex Hetherington
Producer
Nicola Black
Sound
John Cobban
Composer
John Cobban

Production Status

Production Company

Blackwatch Productions

3 Royal Exchange Court
85 Queen Street
Glasgow G1 3DB, Scotland
UK

T+44 (0)141 222 2638

mesh@blackwatchtv.com

Sales Company

Britshorts Ltd

25 Beak Street
London W1F 9RT
UK

T+44 (0)20 7734 2277

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