Project Detail

The Green and Pleasant Land

Synopsis

A chorus of internet comments draws a 'live' animation portrait of Britain, in all its pastoral glory. The disconnect between patriotic, sentimental perceptions and reality builds an incongruous vision.
The film's script draws directly on user comments found below videos and online newspaper articles concerning the British countryside.
Official Selection Sheffield Doc Fest 2018 - New UK Shorts - World premiere
Official Selection DOK Leipzig 2018 - International Programme - International premiere
Official Selection Aesthetica Short Film Festival 2018 - Artist Film Programme

Details

Year
2017
Type of project
Shorts
Running time
13 mins 31 secs
Format
HD Video
Director
Max Colson
Producer
Max Colson
Executive Producer
Max Colson
Editor
Max Colson
Screenwriter
Max Colson
Director of Photography
Max Colson
Production Designer
Max Colson
Composer
Kevin MacLeod
Principal cast
Matt Abbott, Cato Hoeben, Donna Louise Bryan, Sandra Pearlmutter

Production Status

Production Company

Max Colson Film and Video

Max Colson
23 Knowlton House
Cowley Road
London
SW9 6HJ

Sales Company

Max Colson Film and Video

Max Colson
23 Knowlton House
Cowley Road
London
SW9 6HJ

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