Ill Fares the Land (1983)

The story of the last two years the inhabitants of the islands of St Kilda (far off the west coast of Scotland) spent there, before being evacuated at their own request. This film, originally shown at the London Film Festival, marked the screen debut of writer and director Bill Bryden, who made his theatre reputation directing at the Glasgow Citizens' Theatre and the National Theatre. In persuasive style.

Released Nov. 1, 1983 102 min None+

Genres: Drama

Production Companies: Channel 4 Television, Portman Productions, Scottish Television Enterprises

Country: United Kingdom
Languages: English