Family Portrait

Family Portrait

1950 · 25m

1Nom

Directed by Humphrey Jennings

Synopsis

In preparation for the celebration of the 1951 Festival of Britain, this short film was released to assure British citizens of their nation's place in the world and of their own places within that nation. Illustrative scenes of farming, science, political, and social life are juxtaposed to present a familiar and reassuring image of Britain.

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Details

Released
1 December 1950
Runtime
25m
Director
Humphrey Jennings
Writers
Humphrey Jennings
Countries
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Production
Wessex Film Productions

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Cast

  • Michael Goodliffe

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