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The Bridge Rising (2013)

Directed by Robbie Fraser

Documentary, History · 1h 19m

Scottish islanders take on the government, big industry and the Bank of America - and win! 'The Bridge Rising' tells the story of the Skye Bridge tolls, Scotland's first PFI (Private Finance for Public Works) scheme. In the words of the protagonists themselves, from protestors to politicians, police to prosecutor, journalist to engineer - this film unpacks the twists and turns of the 10-year battle against the tolls. With a nod to Ealing comedies of yesteryear, the story is told with an air of mischief and unfolds against the backdrop of stunning scenery and a powerful musical score.

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Crew

Director
Robbie Fraser
Writer
Robbie Fraser

Details

Original title
An Drochaid
Release date
2013-01-01
Runtime
1h 19m
Genres
Documentary, History
Original language
EN
Spoken languages
Gaelic
Countries
United Kingdom, Canada
Production
Media Co-op, Simple Films, Skye Larke Productions