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Green City is a companion piece to Blue City (2022), which explored Edinburgh as a city by the sea. Film is 65mins followed by an open discussion and conversation.
Narrated by Donald Smith, with contributions from fellow storytellers and activists.
Co-Directed by Sandy McGhie (Channel 7A) & Donald Smith.
Produced by the Scottish International Storytelling Festival.
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