When The Rocks Were Still Young

Inspired by the magnificent and ancient landscapes of Scotland on his solo trip in 2019, Scottish composer/performer Oliver Cox takes us on an immersive journey through nine original movements. Featuring award-winning Gaelic vocalist Julie Fowlis. Through a combination of incredible live performances in a beautiful setting and stunning footage of Scotland's wild and mysterious lands, this film paints a picture of a deep, intimate connection to nature through music. From airy mountain vistas to lush verdant forests, to the crystal waters of our coast via our violent volcanic past.

  • Kare Khoo
    Director
  • Ali Webb
    Director
  • Kare Khoo
    Producer
  • Ali Webb
    Producer
  • Oliver Cox
    Music
  • Julie Fowlis
    Music
    Brave (2012), How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World (2019)
  • Ali Webb
    Cinematography
  • Kare Khoo
    Editor & Colourist
  • John Prestage
    Audio Mixing
    Interstellar (2014), Isle of Dogs (2018)
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Experimental, Music Video, Short
  • Genres:
    Documentary, Music
  • Runtime:
    30 minutes 43 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    August 14, 2021
  • Production Budget:
    14,000 GBP
  • Country of Origin:
    United Kingdom
  • Country of Filming:
    United Kingdom
  • Language:
    English, Scottish Gaelic
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Edinburgh Fringe Festival
    Edinburgh
    United Kingdom
    August 18, 2021
    World Premiere
Director - Kare Khoo, Ali Webb