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Way of the Morris

Documentary

2011, Movie, 1h 4min

As quintessentially homegrown as a game of cricket or a plate of fish-and-chips, Morris dancing is one of Englands most ancient roots traditions. And yet to your average man on the street, its seen as little more than a national joke. And a bad national joke at that. Something to ridicule. Something to be embarrassed about. A heartfelt docu-ballad in praise of birthplace, bloodline and rural brotherhood, WAY OF THE MORRIS follows Tim on a deeply personal journey from the barleyfields of his childhood to the killing fields of The Somme, as he traces the poignant link between the spirited folk revival of the mid-1970s and the true story of the young Adderbury Morris side so decimated by the carnage of the First World War.

Country: United Kingdom

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Critic David Parkinson

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An enchanting traipse through England's green and pleasant land that shares some fascinating insights into this proud folk tradition.

Read full review at Empire

Critic Andrew Pulver

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An undeniably charming film about morris dancing...

Read full review at The Guardian

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"Way of the Morris" is a documentary that delves into the rich history of Morris dancing, a quintessential English tradition that has been ridiculed and ignored for years. The film follows Tim's personal journey as he explores the connection between the folk revival of the 1970s and the devastating impact of World War I on the young Adderbury Morris side. Through poignant stories and powerful performances, the documentary celebrates the spirit of rural brotherhood and the enduring power of tradition.

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