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The fifth volume in the COI collection, Portrait of a People, proudly looks at Britain and its people. Promoting an idealised notion of Britain has often been at the forefront of COI film production: from encouraging immigration to redefining the nation, the titles in this collection are by turns affectionate, humorous, informative and stirring. Together they paint a fascinating and revealing portrait of a people. Highlights include: Come Saturday (1949), a lovingly-shot picture of the English at play; Oxford (1958), a look at the traditions and students of Oxford University; Dateline Britain: Look at London (1958), where Canadian-born actor and broadcaster Bernard Braden takes us on a tour of London; The Poet's Eye (1964), how Britain and its people inspired Shakespeare; Opus (1967), Don Levy's provocative look at what's new and shocking in contemporary British art, fashion and design.
The fifth volume in the COI collection, Portrait of a People, proudly looks at Britain and its people. Promoting an idealised notion of Britain has often been at the forefront of COI film production: from encouraging immigration to redefining the nation, the titles in this collection are by turns affectionate, humorous, informative and stirring. Together they paint a fascinating and revealing portrait of a people. Highlights include: Come Saturday (1949), a lovingly-shot picture of the English at play; Oxford (1958), a look at the traditions and students of Oxford University; Dateline Britain: Look at London (1958), where Canadian-born actor and broadcaster Bernard Braden takes us on a tour of London; The Poet's Eye (1964), how Britain and its people inspired Shakespeare; Opus (1967), Don Levy's provocative look at what's new and shocking in contemporary British art, fashion and design.
Extras
- Shown by Request (1947, 18 minutes): The work of the COI's Central Film Library is explored
- Fully illustrated booklet including comprehensive contextualising notes from academics and film historians
- Dolby Digital mono audio (320 kbps)
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Additional Info
SKU | 5035673009215 |
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Catalogue Number | BFIVD921 |
Product contents |
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Director | Various |
Format | DVD |
Publisher(s) | BFI |
Countries | United Kingdom |
Aspect ratio | 1.33:1 |
Colour | Colour |
Sound | Sound |
Subtitles | English |
Language(s) | English |
Running time | 291 |
DVD region | 2 |
Certificate | Exempt |