Boom Town: How Merthyr Made the World
A unique mix of natural resources, daring investment, the fierce 'Merthyr spirit', global wars and a drive to innovate all transformed this valley town from rural idyl into an industrial superpower.
Director: Sophie Elwin-Harris
Cast
Steffan Powell
Self - Presenter
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Details
- Type
- Movie
- Status
- Released
- Release
- Jun 17, 2025
- Runtime
- 59m
- Genres
- Documentary
- Studios
- Little Bird Films
- Director
- Sophie Elwin-Harris