Black Watch (2007)
The stunning BBC TV production of the National Theatre of Scotland s urgently topical play. Hurtling from a pool room in Fife to an armoured wagon in Iraq, Black Watch is based on interviews conducted by Gregory Burke with former soldiers who served in Iraq. Viewed through the eyes of those on the ground, Black Watch reveals what it means to be part of the legendary Scottish regiment, what it means to be part of the war on terror and what it means to make the journey home again. John Tiffany s production makes powerful and inventive use of movement, music and song to create a visceral, complex and urgent piece of theatre. This is a show that brings together Scotland s military history and its proud tradition of popular, political theatre to address one of the thorniest issues of our time.
Cast
- David Colvin - Macca
- Brian Ferguson - Cammy
- Ali Craig - Stewarty
- Paul Rattray - Granty
- Henry Pettigrew - Rossco
- Nabil Stuart - Nabsy
- Emun Elliott - Fraz
- Ryan Fletcher - Kenzie
- Peter Forbes - Officer
Screenplay
Trailer
Black Watch TrailerFrequently Asked Questions
- What is Black Watch about?
- The stunning BBC TV production of the National Theatre of Scotland s urgently topical play. Hurtling from a pool room in Fife to an armoured wagon in Iraq, Black Watch is based on interviews conducted by Gregory Burke with former soldiers who served in Iraq. Viewed through the eyes of those on the ground, Black Watch reveals what it means to be part of the legendary Scottish regiment, what it means to be part of the war on terror and what it means to make the journey home again. John Tiffany s production makes powerful and inventive use of movement, music and song to create a visceral, complex and urgent piece of theatre. This is a show that brings together Scotland s military history and its proud tradition of popular, political theatre to address one of the thorniest issues of our time.
- Who directed Black Watch?
- Black Watch was directed by Bill MacLeod.
- Who stars in Black Watch?
- Black Watch stars David Colvin, Brian Ferguson, Ali Craig, Paul Rattray, Henry Pettigrew, Nabil Stuart.
- How long is Black Watch?
- Black Watch has a runtime of 2h 34m (154 minutes).
- What genre is Black Watch?
- Black Watch is a Drama, TV Movie film.
- Where was Black Watch produced?
- Black Watch was produced in United Kingdom.