Aspects of Kirkwall 4: The Ba

The streets of Kirkwall, Orkney come to a standstill as the "Down the Gates" and the "Up the Gates" battle it out in this traditional Norse ball game. Margaret Tait records the sights and sounds of this game 1954 - 1980, the commentary featuring interview with Ba' winners, music and poetry.

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Documentary

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63 minutes

Year:

1980

Director:

Margaret Tait

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