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Harry Birrell Presents Films of Scotland

Series 1

Episode 1

Duration: 28 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Scotland HDLatest broadcast: on BBC Scotland HD

Two-part documentary telling the story of Harry Birrell, one of Scotland’s most prolific 20th-century film-makers.

The first episode takes us back to before the WWII, where Harry’s journey with film began. He captures in vivid detail his army training at Hamilton Barracks and Dunbar as he and the troops prepare for battle. On his return from war, Harry turns to the Scottish mountains for his next adventure, as he becomes an active member of the fledgling Scottish ski scene and records his alpine adventures. Show less

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