Bridge of Time

Bridge of Time is a 1950 short documentary film directed by Geoffrey Boothby and David Eady and narrated by Anthony Bushell.^[1] It was produced by Alexander Korda's London Films, and was nominated at the 25th Academy Awards (1953) in the category of Best Short Subject (Two Reel).^[2]

Bridge of Time
Directed by	Geoffrey Boothby David Eady
Screenplay by	David Eady
Produced by	Alexander Korda
Cinematography	Georges Périnal
Edited by	Audrey Bennett
Music by	Hubert Clifford
Production company	London Film Productions
Release date	July 1950 (1950-07)
Running time	17 minutes
Country	United Kingdom
Language	English

Synopsis

A travelogue-style documentary study of the sights, atmosphere and traditions of London, including London Bridge, the Tower of London, Traitors' Gate, London policemen, Chelsea Pensioners, the Trooping of the Colour.

Critical reception

The Monthly Film Bulletin wrote: "It illustrates, in attractive technicolor, various modern customs and ceremonies (the trooping of the colour, the boat race), and places (the Tower of London, Battersea Power Station, London Bridge). The commentary attempts to link up the modern scene with the past, but does so in unctious tones, replete with snobbery. This is a pity, for the visual material offers a discreet and pleasing variation on the travelogue theme."^[3]