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Mike Alexander

Born May 1, 1945 · Scotland (age 81)

Mike Alexander is a Scottish filmmaker. He co-founded the independent Glasgow-based production company Pelicula Films Ltd in 1972 with Mark Littlewood. Through Pelicula Films, he produced a variety of different films, both fiction and documentary. Working in long close association with writer and producer Dougla Eadie, his music credits include Transatlantic Sessions, Down Home with Aly Bain in N…

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Interrogation of a Highland LassInterrogation of a Highland Lass · 2000
Interrogation of a Highland Lass
★ 8.02000
MovieDrama
Docu-drama about the taking of the Stone of Scone from Westminster Abbey on Christmas morning of 1950 by a band of Scottish nationalist. The Stone of Scone is a holy relic (supposed to have been Jacob's Pillow when he dreamt of the Ladder to Heaven) on which the old kings of Scotland were crowned. It was stolen by Edward Longshanks - of Braveheart fame - in 1296 and had remained at the Abbey since.
AberdeenAberdeen · 1970
Aberdeen
1970
MovieDocumentary
Explore the growth of Aberdeen’s sparkling streets.
Cajun CountryCajun Country · 1997
Cajun Country
1997
Movie
"This video takes you for a trip through the Cajun countryside, visiting some of the finest Cajun musicians and learning about the beautiful and fascinating culture. Featuring: Queen Ida, Boozoo Chavis, Savoy-Doucet Band, Dewey Balfa and more."
DunfermlineDunfermline · 1974
Dunfermline
1974
MovieDocumentary
A portrait of the past and present of the city of Dunfermline, Scotland's ancient capital.
Gramsci: Everything that Concerns PeopleGramsci: Everything that Concerns People · 1987
Gramsci: Everything that Concerns People
1987
Movie
A drama documentary on the life and work of Italian communist Antonio Gramsci. Produced for Channel 4 in 1987, it was directed by the Scottish filmmaker Mike Alexander and starred John Sessions in scenes from Gramsci's life. Brian Cox provided the narration.
As an EileanAs an Eilean · 1993
As an Eilean
★ 10.01993
MovieDramaComedy
The inhabitants of a remote Scottish village live and learn.
Retying the Knot: The Incredible String BandRetying the Knot: The Incredible String Band · 1997
Retying the Knot: The Incredible String Band
★ 6.71997
MovieMusicDocumentary
A profile of the Hippest band of the 60's and 70's as they prepare for a reunion gig.
DreamingDreaming · 1991
Dreaming
★ 9.01991
MovieDramaTV Movie
Unemployed Ayrshire teenager Sammy Nelson is a dreamer, using his vivid imagination to conjure up a gallery of heroes. But far from simply providing an escape from grim reality, his dreams become weapons to confront it. With appearances by Deacon Blue, Billy Connolly and Marianne Faithful

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