The History of Nails (2017)

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In late 2016, musician, producer and writer Gruff Rhys joined a group of British and Russian artists as they embarked on a journey from Moscow to the far east of Siberia. Capturing the journey on tape, the Welshman’s short film, The History of Nails—commissioned by the British Council—stops by key moments of twentieth-century Russian life, from the October Revolution through to communism and the Futurist movement, all to the sounds of a drone score.

Director: Gruff Rhys
Runtime: 12 min
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Language: Pусский
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The History of Nails about?
In late 2016, musician, producer and writer Gruff Rhys joined a group of British and Russian artists as they embarked on a journey from Moscow to the far east of Siberia. Capturing the journey on tape, the Welshman’s short film, The History of Nails—commissioned by the British Council—stops by key moments of twentieth-century Russian life, from the October Revolution through to communism and the Futurist movement, all to the sounds of a drone score.
Who directed The History of Nails?
The History of Nails was directed by Gruff Rhys.
Who stars in The History of Nails?
The History of Nails stars Gruff Rhys.
How long is The History of Nails?
The History of Nails has a runtime of 12m (12 minutes).