Silicon Glen: From Ships to Microchips (2020)

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Whatever happened to Scotland's Silicon Glen? US giant IBM arrived at Spango Valley in post-war Greenock, attracted as part of a government effort to replace industrial jobs. For decades the company provided thousands of jobs, often at the leading edge of technology, helping to attract dozens of high-tech investments to Scotland from all over the world. What was it like to work for the company known as Big Blue? The film uncovers the stories of the shop-floor at IBM. And it tells of IBM's supporting role in major events including the Moon landings and the creation of an iconic movie - Stanley Kubrick's 2001: A Space Odyssey.

Director: Margaret Shankland
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 59 min
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Production: TVI Vision
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Silicon Glen: From Ships to Microchips about?
Whatever happened to Scotland's Silicon Glen? US giant IBM arrived at Spango Valley in post-war Greenock, attracted as part of a government effort to replace industrial jobs. For decades the company provided thousands of jobs, often at the leading edge of technology, helping to attract dozens of high-tech investments to Scotland from all over the world. What was it like to work for the company known as Big Blue? The film uncovers the stories of the shop-floor at IBM. And it tells of IBM's supporting role in major events including the Moon landings and the creation of an iconic movie - Stanley Kubrick's 2001: A Space Odyssey.
Who directed Silicon Glen: From Ships to Microchips?
Silicon Glen: From Ships to Microchips was directed by Margaret Shankland.
Who stars in Silicon Glen: From Ships to Microchips?
Silicon Glen: From Ships to Microchips stars Adam Bradley, Martin Campbell-Kelly, Anthony Frewin, Nick Frewin, Peter Vaughan.
How long is Silicon Glen: From Ships to Microchips?
Silicon Glen: From Ships to Microchips has a runtime of 59m (59 minutes).
What genre is Silicon Glen: From Ships to Microchips?
Silicon Glen: From Ships to Microchips is a Documentary film.
Where was Silicon Glen: From Ships to Microchips produced?
Silicon Glen: From Ships to Microchips was produced in United Kingdom.