Project Detail

The Trouble With Eigg

Synopsis

The tiny Hebridean island of Eigg is up for sale and after decades of absentee and uncooperative landlords, the islanders have decided to put in a bid themselves. But can they raise the asking price of £2 million? This film follows the highs and lows of their campaign as the islanders fight to buy their freedom from feudalism.

Details

Year: 1998
Running time: 30 mins
Format: 16mm
Director: Peter Strachan
Producer: The National Film &
Executive Producer: The National Film &
Director of Photography: Peter Strachan
Television School Director of Photography: Peter Strachan

Production Status

Complete

Production Company

The National Film & Television School Beaconsfield Studios Station Road, Beaconsfield, Bucks HP9 1LG Tel: 01494 671234 Fax: 01494 674042

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