Freestyle

Synopsis

The Peterloo Massacre (16 August 1819) began as a peaceful demonstration in Manchester for rights and representation, with thousands gathering to express their views. This short film explores its legacy from a contemporary perspective. Made by a group of young filmmakers, who have been reflecting on what freedom of speech, democracy and protest means to them in current times [6 minutes].

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Year of production

2018

Subjects

Film studies; History; Politics & government

Keywords

civil disturbances; Manchester; film schools

Online availability

URI

https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=3&v=TezhLIQabLs

Price

Free

Delivery

Streamed/Download

Production Company

Name

BFI Film Academy

Email

filmacademy@bfi.org.uk

Web

https://www.bfi.org.uk/ External site opens in new window

Address

21 Stephen Street
London
W1T 1LN

Name

Manchester Histories

Email

info@manchesterstories.co.uk

Web

https://manchesterhistories.co.uk/ External site opens in new window

Phone

0161 306 1982

Address

Mansfield Cooper Building
The University of Manchester
Oxford Road
Manchester
M13 8PL

Distributor

Name

YouTube

Web

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