Dir. John Grierson
1929 | UK

“So powerful and so beautifully done.” – Mark Kermode, The Observer

Monumental silent documentary film with a unique vocal score by Jason Singh

Sound artist, nature beatboxer and composer Jason Singh performs his live soundtrack to John Grierson’s monumental silent documentary film Drifters.

Premiering alongside Battleship Potemkinin 1929, Drifters follows North Sea herring trawlermen through their dramatic daily routines as well as the industry’s struggles between tradition, modernity, and nature. Originally commissioned by BFI, Jason’s critically acclaimed and totally unique solo score combines live vocal sound effects, beatboxing techniques and live sampling to create a thrilling cinematic experience.

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Sound track originally commissioned by BFI.

Rated PG