CASTAWAY 2000

Synopsis:
The daily survival of 36 men, women and children castaway on the remote Hebridean island of Taransay. This social experiment explores the problems of a community working and living self-sufficiently, while coping with hundred mile an hour winds and stormy seas. It also highlights the key issues of living as an individual within a group - from romance and friendship, to homophobia and racism.

Press Comments:
"...A fascinating social experiment"
Scotland on Sunday

"...Castaway is a welcome sign that television is becoming less disposable"
The Guardian

"...Hugely entertaining"
Daily Telegraph"

Awards:
Indies 2001 - Factual Award
TRIC (Television and Radio Industry Award) 2001 - Documentary Programme of the Year

Nominations:
BAFTA

Distribution Information:

Useful Links:
CBC Newsworld: Castaway 2000