Project Detail

Let England Shake

Synopsis

Short films inspired by and created to accompany all 12 songs on PJ Harvey's album Let England Shake (2011). An attempt to reveal a little more about the quiet Polly Jean.

Details

Year
2011
Type of film
Shorts
Running time
53 mins
Director
Seamus Murphy
Editor
Sebastian Gollek
Music
PJ Harvey

Production Status

Sales Company

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