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Shadow of a Journey
Film of a ferry journey from the Isle of Skye to the Isle of Harris with a soundtrack of traditional tales and Gaelic songs.
Overview
Film of a ferry journey from the Isle of Skye to the Isle of Harris with a soundtrack of traditional tales and Gaelic songs.
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