About the Film
- An Overview
  
  With pride in ethnic roots widespread in America, this program examines Scottish identity in America and asks, who can claim this identity.
  
  An Overview
- Music
  
  The richness of the Gaelic musical tradition is illustrated by contemporary Highland influenced music from both sides of the Atlantic.
  
  Music
About the Filmmakers
- Advisory Board
  
  The project has relied upon a broadly-based Advisory Board made up of academics who are prime experts in their fields, as well as actively involved members of the Scottish diaspora.
  
  Advisory Board
- The Producers
  
  Our goal is to shed light on what it means to be American where there is also pride in ethnic roots. We explore a more complete history to show why our ancestors made the decisions they did.
  
  The Producers
- Production Team
  
  Our production crew came from Scotland, Massachusetts, Connecticut, North Carolina and New York. The post-production team are from New York, North Carolina and Texas.
  
  Production Team
- Narration and Cast
  
  We are honored to have our narration spoken by such exceptional talent. Meanwhile, our re-enactment cast brought an urgent realism to the words of real historical figures.
  
  Narration and Cast
- Credits
  
  There were many people in front and behind the camera to create such a rich documentary. Some gave voice to the experience of the Scottish diaspora, some gave their time and skill.
  
  Credits
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About the Film

About the FilmVoices Over The Water2023-05-07T11:26:37+00:00

about the film

Welcome to the film Voices Over the Water.

A film about identity, and belonging.

They called it paradise on earth
You could choose to belong
But who’s choosing you?

An Overview

Pride in our ethnic roots is widespread in America. Family history, genealogy, and ancestral roots research are more popular than ever, with new tools to help in the search for who we are. Have the terms “cultural identity” and “appropriation” become passé? Who exactly can claim ownership to what may be seen as an evolving identity?

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Music

The richness of the Gaelic musical tradition is illustrated by a variety of songs we have been able to include in this film. We also explore a diversity of American music, some of which shows a Scottish and/or Highland influence.

Music