London Pride

Film Description

A collection of films showing the effect of the blitz on London and its people, and the plans for the post-war regeneration of the City. Features 'London Can Take It' (Jennings & Watt, 1940) a film about Londoners under seige during the blitz, seen in the rare, longer American version, and narrated by American journalist Quentin Reynolds. Also includes 'The Proud City' (1945) about London County Council's plans for re-developing the city, 'London Airport' (1949) about the construction of Heathrow Airport, 'Moving Millions' (1947) about the post-war changes in London Transport and 'Journey on a London Bus' (1950) in which two African students sample the pleasures of travelling on London's buses.

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Film Details

Director	Various
Year	1940-50
Country	UK

Technical Details

Certificate	E
Length	65 mins
Label	PANA
Format	DVD B&W
Region	2
Aspect	1.33:1
Cat No	PDC2029
Main Language	ENGLISH

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