An impression, by the late Humphrey Jennings, poet, painter and film maker, of the spirit and traditions of Britain and its people. Made in celebration of the Festival of Britain, 1951. Credits include: music by John Greenwood; photography by Martin Curtis; narration by Michael Goodliffe; music direction by conductor Muir Mathieson.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
003555
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Festivals - Great Britain
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Great Britain - Social life and customs
Documentary → Documentary films - Great Britain
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Community life
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Middle aged men - Health and hygiene
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)