CinemaOSMovie · 2023 · 1h 2m

King for a Day

A story about friendship, hope, celebration and unity

Documentary

King for a Day is a poetic archive-led documentary immersing us in the personal story of the people of Padstow in Cornwall, their ancient rituals and the challenges they face in a rapidly changing world. The tension between tradition and progress highlights the importance of cultural identity and the role of folk customs in our globalised society. King for a Day is an intimate portrait of a place and community pushed to the margins. A cinematic journey interweaving audio-visual archive spanning 150 years. Will this be the last generation to tease the ‘Old Oss’ from his stable to welcome the Summer?

Directed byBarbara Santi

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Status
Released
Runtime
1h 2m
Language
EN
Released
September 1, 2023
Studios
Awen Productions CIC

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Directed by
Barbara Santi
Produced by
Barbara Santi

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