The Driving Force(1966)
The Driving Force Synopsis
Britain operates the most experienced diesel and electric railway in tne world. A century and a half ago she invented the steam engine and introduced a new system of transport; and in only nine years British Rail and the British locomotive industry designed, built and tested enough diesel and electric locomotives to replace fifteen thousand steam engines. The transition from steam to new forms of motive power, and its effects on rallwaymen and passengers, is the subject of this film. Produced in association with the Central Office of Information, the British Locomotive Allied Manufacturers' Association and the British Electrical Manufacturers' Association.
The Driving Force (1966) is a documentary film directed by James Ritchie, released on January 2, 1966 with a runtime of 22m. It stars Stephen Murray. Viewers rate it 9.0 out of 10 across 1 ratings.
- Director:
- James Ritchie
- Writers:
- James Ritchie
- Composer:
- Derek Bourgeois
- Production:
- British Transport Films
- Status:
- Released
The Driving Force Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by James Ritchie, written by James Ritchie.
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The main cast of The Driving Force (1966) includes Stephen Murray. The film was directed by James Ritchie. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
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The Driving Force was released on January 2, 1966 and runs for 22m.
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