Locomotion (1975)
Made in association with Geoffrey Jones Films Ltd.
15 minutes - Colour

A film, celebrating the 150th anniversary of the world's first public passenger steam railway, which is in the form of a chronology of railway history from September 27th, 1825, to the present day. It features over 400 separate images, culled from many sources, woven together with a forceful musical score combining traditional instrumental and compositional techniques with the latest developments in electronic synthesis and recording practice.

A film of special interest to railway enthusiasts and those concerned with contemporary movements in music. An international Grand Prix film.

16mm & V.C.


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