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The History of British Cinema: 1987 |
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Hope and Glory, John Boorman’s evocative depiction of the experiences of a young boy (Sebastian Rice-Edwards) and his family during the Blitz, is released. [ADD] |
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Richard Attenborough’s Cry Freedom, which records the flight from South Africa of journalist Donald Woods following the death of his friend, black activist Steve Biko (Denzel Washington), is released. [ADD] |
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Charlie Chaplin’s hat and cane sell for £82,500 at Christie’s auction house in London. His boots sell for £38,000. [ADD] |
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– Shepperton Studios becomes part of the Lee Panavision group. [ADD] |
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Other Key British Films of 1987 |
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The Belly of an Architect (Peter Greenaway) [ADD] |
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Full Metal Jacket (Stanley Kubrick) [ADD] |
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The Kitchen Toto (Harry Hook) [ADD] |
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Maurice (James Ivory) [ADD] |
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A Month in the Country (Pat O’Connor) [ADD] |
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Personal Services (Terry Jones) [ADD] |
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Prick Up Your Ears (Stephen Frears) [ADD] |
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Sammy and Rosie Get Laid (Stephen Frears) [ADD] |
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Wish You Were Here (David Leland) [ADD] |
