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Silent Britain

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2006-05-31
1h 29m
English
Released
BBC

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Long treated with indifference by critics and historians, British silent cinema has only recently undergone the reevaluation it has long deserved, revealing it to be far richer than previously acknowledged. This documentary, featuring clips from a remarkable range of films, celebrates the early years of British filmmaking and spans from such pioneers as George Albert Smith and Cecil Hepworth to such later figures as Anthony Asquith, Maurice Elvey and, of course, Alfred Hitchcock.

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About Silent Britain

Long treated with indifference by critics and historians, British silent cinema has only recently undergone the reevaluation it has long deserved, revealing it to be far richer than previously acknowledged. This documentary, featuring clips from a remarkable range of films, celebrates the early years of British filmmaking and spans from such pioneers as George Albert Smith and Cecil Hepworth to such later figures as Anthony Asquith, Maurice Elvey and, of course, Alfred Hitchcock. Running 89 minutes.

Silent Britain Cast and Characters

The cast features Matthew Sweet (as Himself - Presenter), Jack Cardiff (as Himself), Ian Christie (as Himself), Bryony Dixon (as Himself), and Michael Eaton (as Himself). Their performances are a major reason Silent Britain has built such a passionate audience.

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Silent Britain flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is a tone and style that's hard to find elsewhere. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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Silent Britain runs for 89 minutes (about 1.5 hour).

Is Silent Britain good? What's the rating?

Silent Britain holds a 6.8/10 rating based on 4 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.

Who is in the cast of Silent Britain?

The main cast includes Matthew Sweet, Jack Cardiff, Ian Christie, and Bryony Dixon, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is Silent Britain available in English?

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When was Silent Britain released?

Silent Britain was released in 2006.

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What is Silent Britain about?

Silent Britain is a Documentary English-language film. Long treated with indifference by critics and historians, British silent cinema has only recently undergone the reevaluation it has long deserved, revealing it to be far richer than previously acknowledged. This documentary, featuring clips from a remarkable range of films, celebrates the early years of British filmmaking and spans from such pioneers as George Albert Smith and Cecil Hepworth to such later figures as Anthony Asquith, Maurice Elvey and, of course, Alfred Hitchcock.

When was Silent Britain released?

Silent Britain was released on May 31, 2006. It has a runtime of 1h 29m. The film was produced by BBC.

Who stars in Silent Britain?

Silent Britain stars Matthew Sweet, Jack Cardiff, Ian Christie and Bryony Dixon. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

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