The Gospel Truth? (2004)
An investigation of Professor Willie Ruff's claims that gospel music and the tradition of "lining out", is actually rooted in the Gaelic music traditions of the Scottish slave-owners rather than in African culture. Ten Gaelic psalm singers from the Isle of Lewis go to a church in Alabama to sing before a traditional gospel congregation.
Director: Christopher Walker
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 49 min
Release Date: April 17, 2004
Cast
- Mairi Anna NicUalraig - Narrator
- Robert Beckford - Narrator
- John Purser - Himself
Production: Eyeline Media
Language: English, Gaelic
Original Language: gd
More Films by Director: Christopher Walker
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Gospel Truth? about?
- An investigation of Professor Willie Ruff's claims that gospel music and the tradition of "lining out", is actually rooted in the Gaelic music traditions of the Scottish slave-owners rather than in African culture. Ten Gaelic psalm singers from the Isle of Lewis go to a church in Alabama to sing before a traditional gospel congregation.
- Who directed The Gospel Truth??
- The Gospel Truth? was directed by Christopher Walker.
- Who stars in The Gospel Truth??
- The Gospel Truth? stars Mairi Anna NicUalraig, Robert Beckford, John Purser.
- How long is The Gospel Truth??
- The Gospel Truth? has a runtime of 49m (49 minutes).
- What genre is The Gospel Truth??
- The Gospel Truth? is a Documentary film.