Y Sŵn
Released 3 years ago in 2023. Y Sŵn is a drama/history film. directed by Lee Haven Jones. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Rhodri Evan, Mark Lewis Jones, and Eiry Thomas
Synopsis
In 1979, when Margaret Thatcher's first government breaks a promise to establish a Welsh language television channel, a wave of civil disobedience follows. One man - Gwynfor Evans - threatens to starve himself to death unless the government comes good on its manifesto pledge. The reimagining of one of the most colourful chapters in contemporary Welsh history.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 13, 2023
2 years ago
Runtime
1h 20m
80 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (1 votes)
Language
CY
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Rhodri Evan
as Gwynfor Evans
Mark Lewis Jones
as William Whitelaw
Eiry Thomas
as Rhiannon Evans
Sian Reese-Williams
as Margaret Thatcher
Rhodri Meilir
as Nicholas Edwards
Lily Beau
as Ceri Samuel
Lisa Jên Brown
as Phyllis Kinney
Sharon Morgan
as Marjorie
Claire Cage
as Ymgynghorydd i'r Weinidog
Steffan Cennydd
as Denis
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- CY
Production Companies
- Joio
- Swnllyd
- S4C
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Y Sŵn about?
In 1979, when Margaret Thatcher's first government breaks a promise to establish a Welsh language television channel, a wave of civil disobedience follows. One man - Gwynfor Evans - threatens to st...
Who directed Y Sŵn?
Y Sŵn was directed by Lee Haven Jones.
How long is Y Sŵn?
Y Sŵn has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).
When was Y Sŵn released?
Y Sŵn was released on March 13, 2023 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Y Sŵn?
The main cast of Y Sŵn includes Rhodri Evan, Mark Lewis Jones, Eiry Thomas, Sian Reese-Williams, Rhodri Meilir.