Blue Pullman (1960)
Blue Pullman is a 1960 short documentary film directed by James Ritchie, which follows the development, preparation and a journey from Manchester to London on new British Railways Blue Pullman units. As with earlier British Transport Films, many of the personnel, scientists, engineers, crew and passengers were featured in the 20 minute film. It won several awards, including the Technical & Industrial Information section of the Festival for Films for Television in 1961. The film is also particularly noted for its score, by Clifton Parker, which, unlike the earlier Elizabethan Express is uninterrupted by any commentary.
Director: James Ritchie
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 26 min
Release Date: January 1, 1960
Screenplay
Music: Clifton Parker
Cinematography: Jack West, David Watkin
Editing: Hugh Raggett
Production: British Transport Films
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: James Ritchie
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Blue Pullman about?
- Blue Pullman is a 1960 short documentary film directed by James Ritchie, which follows the development, preparation and a journey from Manchester to London on new British Railways Blue Pullman units. As with earlier British Transport Films, many of the personnel, scientists, engineers, crew and passengers were featured in the 20 minute film. It won several awards, including the Technical & Industrial Information section of the Festival for Films for Television in 1961. The film is also particularly noted for its score, by Clifton Parker, which, unlike the earlier Elizabethan Express is uninterrupted by any commentary.
- Who directed Blue Pullman?
- Blue Pullman was directed by James Ritchie.
- How long is Blue Pullman?
- Blue Pullman has a runtime of 26m (26 minutes).
- What genre is Blue Pullman?
- Blue Pullman is a Documentary film.
- Where was Blue Pullman produced?
- Blue Pullman was produced in United Kingdom.