Flax and Jute Works in Barrow-in-Furness (1902) 50fps

Restored and colourised film originally shot in Barrow-in-Furness by Mitchell and Kenyon in early 1902. Workers from the Flax and Jute Works on Hindpool Rd. From BFI site This example of the many 'factory gate' films made by Mitchell & Kenyon shows a largely female workforce, which helps to identify the unnamed factory as the Jute textile works. The showman, in a bowler hat, glances at the camera and playfully jostles one of the women. There is no attempt to hide the artifice - the acknowledgment of the camera's presence is encouraged. The film was commissioned by Ralph Pringle, proprietor of the North American Animated Photo Company and a regular collaborator with Mitchell & Kenyon from 1901. The Barrow Herald for February 21 1902 promotes one of Pringle's presentations, announcing a show which included The Mad Mullah as well as Living Barrow.