The Blacksmith (1978)
In this Roy Spence film, created for the Ulster Folk Museum, Joe O’Neill shows a range of blacksmithing skills and techniques using tools and methods that have not changed in centuries. These include heat welding, scarfing, scrolling, curling and bending. All completed in a traditional simple forge. The original version of the film included an audio track explaining the history, tools and techniques of a blacksmith, however even as a silent film, the powerful visuals of this timeless skill remains evident.
Director: Roy Spence
Runtime: 28 min
Release Date: January 1, 1978
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Blacksmith about?
- In this Roy Spence film, created for the Ulster Folk Museum, Joe O’Neill shows a range of blacksmithing skills and techniques using tools and methods that have not changed in centuries. These include heat welding, scarfing, scrolling, curling and bending. All completed in a traditional simple forge. The original version of the film included an audio track explaining the history, tools and techniques of a blacksmith, however even as a silent film, the powerful visuals of this timeless skill remains evident.
- Who directed The Blacksmith?
- The Blacksmith was directed by Roy Spence.
- How long is The Blacksmith?
- The Blacksmith has a runtime of 28m (28 minutes).