Out of the Rubble
Synopsis
In Out Of The Rubble, Woolcock shows how planners grappled with the grimmest poverty imaginable in the post-war era, from Brixton to Glasgow, Islington to Birmingham, believing that tower blocks would transform the lives of those living in decaying slums. She follows the cycle of optimism, building and eventual decline, meeting people who 50 years on bear witness to the effects of housing on real families, striking a contemporary chord with the theme of immigration and gentrification affecting working class communities. The irresistible nostalgia of scenes from the 1950s, 60s and 70s is tempered by a realisation of the force of history at work.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Penny Woolcock
- Original Title
- Out of the Rubble
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 18m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Penny Woolcock
Scott Sandford
Alex Fry
Department Leadership Roster
Penny Woolcock
Director
Alex Fry
Editor
Scott Sandford
Director of Photography
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What is Out of the Rubble about?
In Out Of The Rubble, Woolcock shows how planners grappled with the grimmest poverty imaginable in the post-war era, from Brixton to Glasgow, Islington to Birmingham, believing that tower blocks would transform the lives of those living in decaying slums. She follows the cycle of optimism, building and eventual decline, meeting people who 50 years on bear witness to the effects of housing on real families, striking a contemporary chord with the theme of immigration and gentrification affecting working class communities. The irresistible nostalgia of scenes from the 1950s, 60s and 70s is tempered by a realisation of the force of history at work.
Who directed Out of the Rubble?
Out of the Rubble was directed by Penny Woolcock.
Who stars in Out of the Rubble?
The principal cast of Out of the Rubble includes Not specified.
When was Out of the Rubble released and how long is it?
Out of the Rubble was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 18m.