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Record 9697 – 9716 of 11241
WE ARE THE FLOWERS IN YOUR DUSTBIN - PETER SHELLEY INTERVIEW | |||
Date: 1980 Film Number: 7640 | |||
An interview with Peter Shelley of the Manchester based group Buzzcocks for use in the film 'We are the Flowers in your Dustbin'. He talks about the development of punk and of himself and Buzzcocks. Asked how he defines punk. The interview lasts 17 mins and there is other footage used in the final film which includes interviews with two punks - what it means, where it is going, what they think about it today as compared to earlier years. [Catalogued as part of 'Revitalising the Regions' a Screen Heritage UK project, 2011] | |||
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WE ARE THE FLOWERS IN YOUR DUSTBIN - COMMENTARY AND TITLES | |||
Date: 1980 Film Number: 7641 | |||
Commentary about punk, the interview with Peter Shelley of Buzzcocks and titles for use in the final film, We are the flowers in your dustbin, about the history of punk in the context of youth unemployment and disaffection. [Catalogued as part of 'Revitalising the Regions' a Screen Heritage UK project, 2011] | |||
WE ARE THE FLOWERS IN YOUR DUSTBIN - BUZZCOCKS | |||
Date: 1980 Film Number: 7642 | |||
Footage from Rock Biz Pix (London) of the Buzzcocks performing Promises and Lipstick for use in the final film, We are the flowers in your dustbin, about the history of punk in the context of youth unemployment and disaffection. [Catalogued as part of 'Revitalising the Regions' a Screen Heritage UK project, 2011] | |||
[RUBY WEDDING ANNIVERSARY OF MAY AND HAROLD IRELAND] | |||
Date: 1980 Film Number: 5456 | |||
The Ruby wedding anniversary party for May and Harold Ireland. The film largely consists of shots of the various guests around the room, as well as the food and presents at the party. Towards the end, the couple are seen cutting their wedding anniversary cake. | |||
[AT THE BLUEBELL RAILWAY] | |||
Date: *1980 Film Number: 5625 | |||
Scenes at the Bluebell Railway in Sussex - steam train at Sheffield Park station and a group of school children looking around. Views from the train as it passes through sunny countryside. | |||
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[SCOTTISH HARBOUR AND BLUEBELL RAILWAY] | |||
Date: *1980 Film Number: 5626 | |||
Boats in Scottish harbour and men working on them, Scenes at the Bluebell Railway in Sussex - steam train at Sheffield Park station and a group of school children looking around. | |||
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Date: 1980 Film Number: 6636 | |||
A look at Manchester city centre's hydraulic power supply, which was provided by central pumping stations and a network of hydraulic pipes from 1894-1972. There are views of former pumping stations and engine room interiors, explaining how the steam power supply was converted into electricity. Ends by showing how the Manchester town hall clock is is still operated by its own hydraulic system of valves and motors. This film, along with thousands of others from across the country, can also be viewed online as part of BFI: Britain on Film - player.bfi.org.uk/britain-on-film/ | |||
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[RAINHILL TRIALS 1980] | |||
Date: 1980 Film Number: 8306 | |||
Scenes from a gala day at Rainhill. We see a shot of a sign reading 'Welcome to Rainhill. Scene of the famous Locomotive Trials of 1829'. We the family approaching the site and then looking around. Spectators watch as a variety of locomotives from different ages go past, including the Flying Scotsman. | |||
[SCHOOL TRIP ON BRIDGEWATER CANAL] | |||
Date: 1980 Film Number: 8880 | |||
Children from James Brindley Primary School in Salford go on a narrowboat trip along the Bridgewater Canal. They are seen queueing to board the coach, then getting on the boat. There are scenes onboard, and views of the passing canal banks, as well as shots of the Barton Road swing bridge and Ship Canal. | |||
[SCHOOL TRIP TO WALES – LLANDUDNO AND MOUNTAIN ZOO] | |||
Date: 1980 Film Number: 8881 | |||
Scenes from a trip to North Wales taken by pupils of James Brindley Primary School in Salford on a gloomy day. There are shots of rough seas; the children climb the Great Orme on foot but descend by tram. At the Welsh Mountain Zoo, they see animals including elephants and sea lions. | |||
[MELLOR CENTENARY SCHOOL FETE 1980] | |||
Date: 1980 Film Number: 8936 | |||
A record of the events held to celebrate the Centenary of Mellor Primary School. After shots of the school and surrounding area, a procession of people dressed in Victorian costume makes its way through the village to a local field. Here, speeches are made, and there are stalls and events for childen, including races and a miniature railway. | |||
[SCOUT CAR IN BLACKPOOL] | |||
Date: 1980 Film Number: 9394 | |||
The scout car, a pedal powered go-kart, is seen being checked by officials and then we see race action along Blackpool Promenade. There are lots of close up shots of the races, and the race announcements and crowd can be heard too, adding to the atmosphere. | |||
[BARROW PARADE, 28TH JUNE 1980] | |||
Date: 28/6/80 Film Number: 11026 | |||
Shot from a bridge overlooking the route of the annual Barrow parade, which begins with a police car leading a brass band followed by local children's dance troupes. Next we see decorated floats with people in fancy dress collecting money for charity. A highland piped band stop and play before marching on as more elaborately decorated floats follow. The film ends with the sea scouts marching band followed by fire engines | |||
LET'S LOOK AT LONDON | |||
Date: 1980 Film Number: 5064 | |||
Scenes from a trip to London during Easter 1980. | |||
[LYME PARK PLAYGROUND AND MORRIS DANCING PARADE] | |||
Date: 1980 Film Number: 7879 | |||
Brief shots of a park and cars on the street in Gorton. Children playing on the swings an a playground at Lyme Park, followed by adults enjoying the playground equipment. Running races at a school sports day followed by groups of Morris Men and women marching on a street. | |||
[CHRISTINE’S WEDDING] | |||
Date: 1980 Film Number: 8635 | |||
The bride and bridesmaids arrive at the church; after the ceremony, the bridal couple exit the church followed by their guests; photographs are taken while people stand around and chat in the church grounds. | |||
[WOODFORD AIR SHOW 1980] | |||
Date: 1980 Film Number: 9778 | |||
Scenes from the annual air show in Cheshire, featuring a wide range of aircraft, including biplanes, helicopters, a Harrier Jump Jet and a Vulcan bomber; there is also a display by the Red Arrows. | |||
[HOLIDAY 1980] | |||
Date: 1980 Film Number: 9810 | |||
Underexposed shots of a man walking by a wall, a boat with coloured lights followed by a boy sat on a wall then walking by a harbour. Playing crazy golf, views of 'The Harbour' then an elderly woman sat on the sea wall. A dog and young boy play with a frisbee on a playing field. | |||
[WOOD TOP FARM; BEACH SCENES; CHRISTMAS 1980] | |||
Date: 1980 Film Number: 9991 | |||
On Wood Top Farm, we see a horse grazing and shots of the surrounding countryside. At the beach, two children go paddling in the sea. Christmas morning 1980, we see the children opening their presents while their mother prepares the dinner. In the next scene, the daughter cuts her father's hair in the garden. | |||
[DAVID'S CHRISTENING, SEPTEMBER 1980] | |||
Date: 1980 Film Number: 10011 | |||
Scenes from David's christening. We see family members posing for photographs with David and other babies outside the church, and then back at the family home. | |||
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