Silent Britain
Originally released in 2006. Silent Britain is a documentary film. directed by David M. Thompson. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Matthew Sweet, Jack Cardiff, and Ian Christie
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 31, 2006
19 years ago
Runtime
1h 29m
89 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (4 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- BBC
- BFI
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silent Britain about?
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 ackn...
Who directed Silent Britain?
Silent Britain was directed by David M. Thompson.
How long is Silent Britain?
Silent Britain has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).
When was Silent Britain released?
Silent Britain was released on May 31, 2006 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Silent Britain?
The main cast of Silent Britain includes Matthew Sweet, Jack Cardiff, Ian Christie, Bryony Dixon, Michael Eaton.