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Walsall Leather Museum

This documentary delves into the heart of Walsall, exploring the rich history of its Leather Museum through candid interviews with artisans, visitors, and local residents. Amidst plans by the Walsall Council to relocate the museum—a proposal recently shelved due to public opposition—the film captures the community's deep-rooted connections and the collective effort to preserve their cultural heritage.

  • Pardeep singh
    Director
  • Pardeep Singh
    Writer
  • Pardeep Singh
    Producer
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Short, Web / New Media, Other
  • Genres:
    Documentary, Vlog, Web, Youtube, Short
  • Runtime:
    5 minutes 25 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    February 15, 2025
  • Production Budget:
    200 GBP
  • Country of Origin:
    United Kingdom
  • Country of Filming:
    United Kingdom
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    HD, Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Digital Cinema Package:
    Unavailable
  • First-Time Filmmaker Sessions Volume 4
    London
    United Kingdom
    April 21, 2025
    Pinewood Studios
    Award- Audience Choice Winner
  • First-Time Filmmaker Sessions Volume 6
    London
    United Kingdom
    June 16, 2025
    Pinewood Studios
    Selection
  • Lift-Off Filmmaker Sessions Volume 5
    London
    United Kingdom
    June 2, 2025
    Pinewood Studios
    Selection
  • Lift-Off Filmmaker Sessions Volume 7
    London
    United Kingdom
    April 7, 2025
    Pinewood Studios, England SL0 0NH
    Selection
  • First-Time Filmmaker Sessions Volume 8
    London
    United Kingdom
    April 21, 2025
    Pinewood Studios, England SL0 0NH
    Selection
  • New York Lift-Off Film Festival
    New York
    United States
    July 1, 2026
    New York Lift-Off Film Festival New York, New York
    Selection
Director Biography - Pardeep singh

A computer science Software Engineer. Born and Raised in Jammu & Kashmir India.
Professionally working in IT as a software engineer.
A film Maker and Digital Content Creator by Passion and Hobby.
Worked for Short films, Film Festivals India, Punjabi - Indian Music Videos.
Currently working in United Kingdom and still continuing the Passion for film making, cinematography and content creation.

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Director Statement

The Walsall Leather Museum stands as a testament to our rich industrial past and the artisans who have dedicated their lives to this craft. When I learned of the proposed relocation, I felt compelled to capture the voices of those most affected—the workers, visitors, and local residents. Through their stories, this documentary explores not just a building, but the heartbeat of a community intertwined with its heritage. By presenting their unfiltered perspectives, I hope to illuminate the profound connection between identity and place, and inspire conversations about the preservation of our shared history.