The first colored film of the annual ceremonial State Opening of Parliament. The State Drive from Buckingham Palace to Westminster and the assembly of the members of both Houses of Parliament and the heads of foreign missions. The Queen’s speech from the throne, where Her Majesty announces to the assembled Lords and Commons the legislation proposed by Her Ministers for the coming year.
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
010214
Language
English
Subject categories
Documentary → Documentary films - Great Britain
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Great Britain - Politics and government
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Great Britain. Parliament. House of Commons
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Parliamentary practice
History → Elizabeth II, Queen of Great Britain, 1926-
History → Monarchy - Great Britain
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)
16mm film; Preservation Print (Section 5)