Tish
2023 - 90 MINUTES - UNITED KINGDOM
A FILM BY PAUL SNG
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Paul Sng’s powerful film celebrates the work of Murtha and her commitment to fighting for the communities like the one she grew up in. Born in the northern coastal town of South Shields, she was driven by a fierce conviction to record the impact of Thatcher era de-industrialisation upon local communities. Her striking black and white photos convey a tenderness and intimacy that set her apart from her peers and her work would become a powerful record of a world decimated by a new and ruthless form of capitalism.
The film follows Tish’s daughter Ella as she revisits key moments from her mother’s life and work. She is accompanied by people who remained close to Tish throughout her life, and who are committed to ensuring her remarkable legacy is recognised.
“graceful tribute to a great British photographer” - Financial Times
“Tish Murtha gets a remarkable revival in this moving doc” - TimeOut
“an unforgettable portrait of a true artist” - The Reviews Hub
“haunting portrait of a driven working-class photographer” - The Arts Desk