On the Black Hill Synopsis & Summary

Synopsis

Filmed on location in Wales, On the Black Hill is adapted from the novel by Bruce Chatwin. This is the story of two Welsh brothers, identical twins. The film covers 80 years in the sibling's lives, touching upon their hopes, disappointments, romances and political entanglements. Rather than going the traditional split-screen route, two genuine twins are cast in the leads: Mike and Robert Gwilym. The stellar supporting cast includes Gemma Jones and Catherine Schell. - Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide

Movie Info

Run Time:
117 min.
Production Co.:
British Film Institute, British Screen Finance Corporation, Channel 4
Director(s):
Genre(s):
Drama
Keywords:
brother, reminiscence, twins
Status: