The Footage Detectives

The programme is a brief cinematic piece that follows two distinct narratives. It presents a short film centred on a group of motorcyclists in the 1960s, while also taking viewers on a journey through a 1956 tour of the United Kingdom. In the first storyline, the focus is on a gang of bikers navigating life during the 1960s. Their experiences and interactions form the core of the film’s action, giving a snapshot of that sub‑culture at the time. The second part shifts to a 1956 itinerary across the UK. It documents the places visited and the atmosphere of the country during that year, offering a look at the landscape and social backdrop against which the biker tale unfolds. Together, the film juxtaposes the two periods, linking the post‑war road trip vibe of the mid‑fifties with the rebellious spirit of the later biker scene. By weaving these elements, the short film provides a concise yet varied portrait of mid‑century Britain.