The View from the Woodpile
Synopsis
Ken Loach documentary; made for Central Television in 1988, but rejected, and not shown until the following year, when it was taken up by Channel 4. It tells the story of the West Midlands-based Young Foundry theatre group members Stephen Page,Paul Harper, Jimmy Dunn,Chris Dunn, Caroline White and Roy Stokes who act out a series of scenes reflecting their past, unemployment, homelessness and drug abuse that is rife in the local area.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ken Loach
- Original Title
- The View from the Woodpile
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 52m
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Ken Loach
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Director
Ken Loach
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What is The View from the Woodpile about?
Ken Loach documentary; made for Central Television in 1988, but rejected, and not shown until the following year, when it was taken up by Channel 4. It tells the story of the West Midlands-based Young Foundry theatre group members Stephen Page,Paul Harper, Jimmy Dunn,Chris Dunn, Caroline White and Roy Stokes who act out a series of scenes reflecting their past, unemployment, homelessness and drug abuse that is rife in the local area.
Who directed The View from the Woodpile?
The View from the Woodpile was directed by Ken Loach.
Who stars in The View from the Woodpile?
The principal cast of The View from the Woodpile includes Not specified.
When was The View from the Woodpile released and how long is it?
The View from the Woodpile was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 52m.