Hull's Headscarf Heroes
Originally released in 2018. Hull's Headscarf Heroes is a documentary film. directed by Steve Humphries. At just 60 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Lucy Beaumont
Synopsis
Documentary which marks the 50th anniversary of the triple trawler tragedy during January and February of 1968, in which 58 men died. It was one of Britain's deadliest maritime disasters, which tore through the heart of Hull's Hessle Road fishing community. The film tells the epic story of the Hull fishermen who did the most dangerous job in Britain and their wives whose protest ensured such a disaster never happened again. The women's campaign was one of the biggest and most successful civil action campaigns of the 20th century. Combining rare archive and emotional testimony - including that of Yvonne Blenkinsop, the last surviving leader of the women - those who lived through the tragedy and fought for change tell their incredible stories for the first time.
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- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hull's Headscarf Heroes about?
Documentary which marks the 50th anniversary of the triple trawler tragedy during January and February of 1968, in which 58 men died. It was one of Britain's deadliest maritime disasters, which tor...
Who directed Hull's Headscarf Heroes?
Hull's Headscarf Heroes was directed by Steve Humphries.
How long is Hull's Headscarf Heroes?
Hull's Headscarf Heroes has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes (60 minutes total).
When was Hull's Headscarf Heroes released?
Hull's Headscarf Heroes was released on February 5, 2018 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Hull's Headscarf Heroes?
The main cast of Hull's Headscarf Heroes includes Lucy Beaumont.