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The Edge of the World

NR19371h 15mMichael Powell
IMDb 7.3 · Rotten Tomatoes 100%

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A way of life is dying on a remote Scottish island, but some of the inhabitants resist evacuating to the mainland.

Drama
MeditativeSt. Kilda, Scotland

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What is The Edge of the World (1937) about?

A way of life is dying on a remote Scottish island, but some of the inhabitants resist evacuating to the mainland.

Who stars in The Edge of the World?

The Edge of the World stars John Laurie (Peter Manson), Belle Chrystall (Ruth Manson), Eric Berry (Robbie Manson), Kitty Kirwan (Jean Manson), Finlay Currie (James Gray). The film was directed by Michael Powell.

How long is The Edge of the World?

The Edge of the World has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1937. It is rated NR.

Is The Edge of the World worth watching?

The Edge of the World holds an IMDb rating of 7.3/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 100. Fans of Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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