Chalk Trace (2013)

As a child in the 1950s, Ron Cockroft drew a chalk line from his school in Oldham to his home in Chadderton. Chalk Trace commemorates and reanimates his graffiti journey through a now much-changed network of streets. The film was photographed in the original streets of Oldham as they stand today – over 60 years after Ron's original graffiti.

Director: Esther Johnson
Runtime: 3 min
Release Date:
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chalk Trace about?
As a child in the 1950s, Ron Cockroft drew a chalk line from his school in Oldham to his home in Chadderton. Chalk Trace commemorates and reanimates his graffiti journey through a now much-changed network of streets. The film was photographed in the original streets of Oldham as they stand today – over 60 years after Ron's original graffiti.
Who directed Chalk Trace?
Chalk Trace was directed by Esther Johnson.
How long is Chalk Trace?
Chalk Trace has a runtime of 3m (3 minutes).
Where was Chalk Trace produced?
Chalk Trace was produced in United Kingdom.