Thames Film
Originally released in 1986. Thames Film is a documentary film. directed by William Raban. At just 66 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring John Hurt
Synopsis
This movie is an experimental documentary following the flow of the Thames out of London to the sea. It has a narration from John Hurt that takes the form of reading old manuscripts, books and news articles, and also a posthumous narration from poet TS Eliot reading from his own work, The Dry Salvages from the Four Quartets. Engravings, paintings, and archival film are juxtaposed against the contemporary footage, including Pieter Breughel the Elder's "The Triumph of Death" (c.1562) from the Prado Museum.
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- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thames Film about?
This movie is an experimental documentary following the flow of the Thames out of London to the sea. It has a narration from John Hurt that takes the form of reading old manuscripts, books and news...
Who directed Thames Film?
Thames Film was directed by William Raban.
How long is Thames Film?
Thames Film has a runtime of 1 hours and 6 minutes (66 minutes total).
When was Thames Film released?
Thames Film was released on August 10, 1986 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Thames Film?
The main cast of Thames Film includes John Hurt.