Tap on the Shoulder, A

Synopsis
The first television play directed by Ken Loach, this story of bullion heist carried out by a gang of criminals with a high-society connection is a fascinating, anti-establishment hint at his future career. [70 minutes]
Language
English
Country
Great Britain
Year of release
1965
Availability
Out of distribution
Notes
First broadcast on 6 January 1965. Loach credited as Kenneth Loach.
Subjects
Television studies
Keywords
television drama

Credits

Director
Ken Loach
Producer
James MacTaggart
Writer
James O’Connor

Production Company

Name

BBC

Notes
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)

Distributor

Name

BBC Store

Web
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Notes
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