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Synopsis
Documentary short written and directed by George Fleming which combines Shakespeare with modern Britain to to produce a poetic documentary about a modern British family. [Description summarised from that given on the Internet Movie Database, 10/2007].
Language
English
Country
Great Britain
Medium
Film
Technical information
Colour / Sound
Year of release
1999
Duration
10 mins

Credits

Director
George Fleming
Producer
Billy Bannister
Cinematographer
Peter Rance
Screenplay
George Fleming
Contributor
Bronagh Gallagher

Additional Details

Production type
Documentary/Educational/News
Keywords
Shakespeare, William (1564-1616)

Notes

Notes
Estimated £5,000 budget.
History
The film was shown as part of the series FIRST CUT (a showcase for first-time directors) on 1 November 1999 on ITV transmitted by Carlton. The 65-minute programme may be viewed by appointment at the BFI National Archive or can be made accessible to subscribers to the BUFVC Off-Air recording service.

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