Mairi Mhor (1994)

In 1871, 'tired of the speakers of English', Mairi Mhor began writing resistance songs in Gaelic, protesting at the displacement of the Scottish Highland and Island folk by the Southern landlords. Unjustly imprisoned in Inverness at the age of 51, she expresses her anger in song, discovering a talent for music; these songs became central to the identity of the region and are still sung today. The achingly beautiful landscape of Skye, and the music it inspired, provide a haunting canvas for this valuable piece of historical research.

Director: Mike Alexander
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 63 min
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Screenplay

Production: Freeway Films
Country: United Kingdom
Language: Gaelic
Original Language: gd
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mairi Mhor about?
In 1871, 'tired of the speakers of English', Mairi Mhor began writing resistance songs in Gaelic, protesting at the displacement of the Scottish Highland and Island folk by the Southern landlords. Unjustly imprisoned in Inverness at the age of 51, she expresses her anger in song, discovering a talent for music; these songs became central to the identity of the region and are still sung today. The achingly beautiful landscape of Skye, and the music it inspired, provide a haunting canvas for this valuable piece of historical research.
Who directed Mairi Mhor?
Mairi Mhor was directed by Mike Alexander.
How long is Mairi Mhor?
Mairi Mhor has a runtime of 1h 3m (63 minutes).
What genre is Mairi Mhor?
Mairi Mhor is a Drama film.
Where was Mairi Mhor produced?
Mairi Mhor was produced in United Kingdom.