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GLASGOW AND THE CLYDE COAST
non-fiction
1912
National Library of Scotland

Holidaymakers setting out from Glasgow, and travelling by train and steamer down the coast to Rothesay and Ettrick Bay. Includes tracking shots from tram in Sauchiehall Street.

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FISH AND THE SEINE NET
non-fiction
1952
National Library of Scotland

A demonstration on how to use a Seine net for trawling. This film was planned by the Marine Laboratory Aberdeen, as part of their research programme on the efficiency of fishing gear. "Grateful ackn...

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SCOTLAND AND THE NEW WORLD
non-fiction
1953
National Library of Scotland

A look at the social and economic changes in Scotland during the 1950s, after the upheaval of the war. From the restoration of Iona Abbey to the development of new industries.

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FORTH AND CLYDE CANAL, the
non-fiction / Amateur film
1962
National Library of Scotland

The Forth and Clyde Canal's operations on its last year of use.

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LOCH LOMOND AND THE TROSSACHS
non-fiction / Amateur film / Educational film
1949
National Library of Scotland

Hostels at Loch Ard, Inverbeg and Rowardennan, with footage of hostellers climbing Ben Lomond and the Cobbler, canoeing on Loch Lomond and enjoying a dance.

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FORTH AND CLYDE CANAL, the
non-fiction / Documentary film
1970
National Library of Scotland

A history of the Forth and Clyde Canal.

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CARPENTER AND HIS TOOLS, the
non-fiction / Documentary film / Educational film
1939
National Library of Scotland

Sponsored by Glasgow Corporation Education Committee, this educational film introduces the chief tools used by the carpenter.

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SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS, the
non-fiction / Amateur film
1929
National Library of Scotland

Tour of the Highlands and Islands in the late 1920s and early 1930s. Scenes include farming, fishing, mountain climbing, ships, and a brief shot of the 'talkies' being installed at Balmoral.

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SAND RACING AND HILL CLIMB
National Library of Scotland

Footage of sand racing, and coverage of the first post-war car hill climb race held at Rest and Be Thankful, organised by the Royal Scottish Automobile Club, St Andrews.

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HOME AND AWAY NO. 17
National Library of Scotland
Other title(s):
- Home and Away series

One of a series of 20 films made for Babcock and Wilcox (Steam) Ltd. between 1954 and 1961, it features the Babcock and Wilcox tower crane involved in building the new sports stadium, Crystal Palace, ...

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OUT AND ABOUT FROM CRIEFF
National Library of Scotland

An amateur film shot in the mid 1980s showing various leisure activities in and around the Perthshire town of Crieff including; water sports, pony trekking, BMX bikes, raft river racing, and radio con...

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LOCHGELLY AT WORK AND PLAY
National Library of Scotland

The people of Lochgelly at work and play, with footage of wash day and playing golf and bowls.

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HOME AND AWAY NO. 16
National Library of Scotland
Other title(s):
- Home and Away series

One of a series of 20 films made for Babcock and Wilcox (Steam) Ltd between 1954 and 1961, it includes a tea party for members of staff held at Turnberry Hotel where they also play golf for the inter-...

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BOTANIC GARDENS AND OLD GLASGOW
National Library of Scotland

Amateur footage of people in Glasgow's Botanic Gardens, traffic on Great Western Road and street scenes in the city.

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BENNO SCHOTZ: Sculptor and Modeller
National Library of Scotland

The sculptor Benno Schotz at work in his studio in Glasgow, and demonstrating his technique. The film examines his working methods and the themes running through his work. Much of his work is as a m...

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BOMBING SCHOOL AND SPORTS [Main]
Imperial War Museums

Australian troops practising bomb (hand grenade) throwing from slit trenches. The explosions are filmed at various angles and distances. The 'cup final' of 7th (Meerut) Division football championships...

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Texts
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ROAD AND THE MILES, the
National Library of Scotland

Television documentary from the mid 1960s about the redevelopment of Dundee: new houses, destruction of slums, the building of the Tay Road Bridge, growth of shops and industry.

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DRAGON AND THE THISTLE, the
National Library of Scotland

TV documentary about Chinese families living and working in Glasgow and Edinburgh, the problems they face in terms of housing, education, work and community relations, and the provisions in place to a...

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The dachshund and the sausage

A cartoon combining drawings and live footage, in which a drawing comes to life while its author isn't there. The film's director began as a political cartoonist and in 1914 founded Bray Studios, amon...

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SPACE AND LIGHT
National Library of Scotland

An exploration of St Peter's Seminary, Cardross on the Firth of Clyde.

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SCOTCH AND DRY
National Library of Scotland

Film sponsored by Esso following the Scottish Rally of 1976. The rally begins in Ayrshire and takes in the Highlands. Interviews with various drivers at the roadside and after each stage is completed...

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GLASGOW TODAY AND TOMORROW
National Library of Scotland

Glasgow in the post-war years and the Corporation's futuristic plans for the city's development. [The film was made to tie in with an exhibition of the same title, held at the Kelvin Hall in Glasgow....

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BILLY AND ZORBA
National Library of Scotland
Other title(s):
- Tartan Shorts series

In a decayed Scottish fishing village, an outcast boy strikes up a friendship with a fisherman who believes himself to be Zorba.

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Betty and the Buccaneers
EYE Filmmuseum (The Netherlands)
Other title(s):
- Betty en de zeerovers

Romantic adventure film in which Betty, who dreams about pirates, and her father, a gullible professor, are tricked by a bunch of real pirates. They are rescued by a young man who has a crush on Betty...

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