1945 was a pivotal year in British history. The unity that carried Britain through the war allied to the bitter memories of the inter-war years led to a vision of a better society. The spirit of the age was to be our brother's and our sister's keeper. Director Ken Loach has used film from Britain's regional and national archives, alongside sound recordings and contemporary interviews to create a rich political and social narrative. The Spirit of '45 hopes to illuminate and celebrate a period of unprecedented community spirit in the UK, the impact of which endured for... many years and which may yet be rediscovered today. Special Features: UK Trailer Interview with Ken Loach Ken Loach short film: Which Side Are You On? Audio Description option for the blind or partially sighted English for the Hard of Hearing Subtitles 22 Extended interviews with all contributors to the film [show more]
An excellent DVD with some wonderful archive footage. It reminds us of the great achievements of the post war Labour government and how, in more recent times, those achievements are being eroded and are under threat. Following the depression of the inter-war period and the experience of war the 1945-51 Labour government promised hope and attempted to create a different world, where health, education, housing and employment were seen as the right of everyone. The film certainly captures the spirit of that time. Highly recommended.
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Please note this is a region 2 DVD and will require a region 2 (Europe) or region Free DVD Player in order to play. 1945 was a pivotal year in British history. The unity that carried Britain through the war allied to the bitter memories of the inter-war years led to a vision of a better society. The spirit of the age was to be our brother's and our sister's keeper. Director Ken Loach has used film from Britain's regional and national archives, alongside sound recordings and contemporary interviews to create a rich political and social narrative. The Spirit of '45 hopes to illuminate and celebrate a period of unprecedented community spirit in the UK, the impact of which endured for many years and which may yet be rediscovered today. Actors Tony Benn Director Ken Loach Certificate Exempt from Classification Year 2013 Languages English
Ken Loach directs this documentary about the rise of the British Welfare State and the need to safeguard it from powerful political movements that favour privatisation. At the end of the Second World War, the British public welcomed in a Labour government which promised better state housing and a National Health Service for its citizens. Although these things have contributed to higher standards of living in Britain, a mixture of apathy and a focus on the individual in recent political movements has weakened the institutions. The film is Ken Loach's attempt to rally the public in support of the state rights people fought for so long to acquire.
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