Ulster Image

Details

Location

Belfast

Year

1970

Source

Digitised as part of Unlocking Film Heritage

Format

16mm

colour

Length

17min 54sec

Silent

sound

Courtesy

British Film Institute, Elizabeth Reid

Rights Holder

Elizabeth Reid

It is illegal to download, copy, print or otherwise utilise in any other form this material, without written consent from the copyright holder.

Description

Examining the legacy of the past and its enduring impact on Northern Ireland, Ulster Image details the advent of The Troubles and explores how depictions of the country have shifted over time. The film seeks to address misconceptions and reveal the true Ulster, as it is experienced by the majority of its inhabitants.

 

Notes

Archie Reid was a prolific filmmaker based in Ballyclare. Amongst the contributors to Ulster Image are Terence O'Neill (Prime Minister of Northern Ireland, 1963-69) and the politican, William Craig. The artwork, a caricature of well-known political figures of the day, is the work of celebrated artist and cartoonist, Rowel Friers. This material is courtesy of Mrs Elizabeth Reid and artwork appears with the permission of the family of Rowel Friers.
 

Credits

Digitised as part of Unlocking Film Heritage

Written and Directed by Archie Reid

Titles by Rowel Friers

Contributors: Terence O'Neill, William Craig, Archie Reid

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