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SOCO ROAD SHOW 2002
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SOCO ROAD SHOW 2002

1. RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL
Ernie McKenna/Frome Cine & Video Club
This shows a re-creation of a 16th-Century Oxfordshire village, complete with authentic buildings, crafts, costumes, jousting, etc - but set in Maryland, USA!
Highly Commended.

Documentary
8.mins


2. THE DAY THEY CLOSED THE CROSS
John Greene
[not included - listed for info.]
Novice Award


3. MEREDITH'S STORY
Daniel Greenway
Meredith (Maia Jones) returns to a cliff-top where she and some friends used to meet, to try and sort out some personal problems. One or two other individuals come by, and we gradually learn of her past. Widescreen.
Youth Award

Story
13.mins


4. THE CHANGING FACE OF CHELTENHAM
Cheltenham Videomakers
A short history of this Regency spa town in Gloucestershire, with a well-spoken commentary. Although there is no live sound, the visuals are attractive.
Best Club

Documentary
13.mins


5. BOYS TOYS
Rory Morrison
A series of shots of skateboarders of various ages, cut to a light-hearted piece of music.
Best Use of Sound

Visual
4.mins


6. TOWER BRIDGE
Andrew Trevett
Another documentary, this time about the famous London landmark.
Best Editing

Documentary
4.mins


OPTIONAL INTERVAL
7. KERALA (A Forgotten Paradise)
Darren Cummings & Alan Creamer, FACI
This travelogue shows us scenes of life in an area of south-west India, as Alan Creamer explains.
Best Travelogue and Overall Runner-up

Travel
23.mins


8. THE PRICE TO PAY
Victor Strike
This is set in Cornwall in 1800, when 'wrecking' and smuggling were rife, simply to survive ... The period details are very impressive and add a great deal to the movie.
Overall Winner and Best Drama

Donated by SoCo.

Story
17.mins


Price:  £2.75  Total running time VHS 85 mins.


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