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Sign film of Shall I Say a Kiss?

Synopsis

A sign film of Shall I Say A Kiss? accompanied by audio of the play tells the story of when Morris met Eva at Warrington Deaf Club. Drama starring two deaf actors, based on a true story. Shall I Say a Kiss? is the title of a book of letters edited by Lennard Davis, Eva and Morris' youngest son. When his parents died he found a bundle of faded letters. They afforded a fascinating glimpse into his parents' courtship.

Signed film credits

Shall I Say a Kiss? from the letters of Eva and Morris Davis edited by Lennard Davis and dramatised for radio by Vanessa Rosenthal.

Signtheatre performers - Isolte Avila, David Bower, Jacob Casselden, Laura Goulden

Film co-ordinator - Chris Colton
Camera man - Dan Fletcher
Camera kit – Jonathan James
Editing facilities – Buckinghamshire University
Editting assistant – Asa Marshall

Radio drama producer - Polly Thomas
Production co-ordinator - Eleri McAuliffe
Sound engineers - Cathy Bassett and Nigel Lewis
Executive producer - Kate McAll.

Shall I Say a Kiss? signtheatre film is a Sign Dance International production in collaboration with radio drama at BBC Cymru/Wales.

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Duration

44.42

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