The Colony
Synopsis
A railwayman from St. Kitts, a bus conductor from Jamaica, a family of singers from Trinidad and a nurse from Barbados ... Philip Donnellan's Birmingham-based film gives a voice to West Indian immigrants who movingly describe their experiences of trying to integrate into a surprisingly unwelcoming ‘mother country’. Shot in 1964 the film provides an important snapshot of Britain in the early stages of momentous social change and first-generation Afro-Caribbean immigration.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Philip Donnellan
- Original Title
- The Colony
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 57m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Philip Donnellan
Department Leadership Roster
Philip Donnellan
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Colony
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What is The Colony about?
A railwayman from St. Kitts, a bus conductor from Jamaica, a family of singers from Trinidad and a nurse from Barbados ... Philip Donnellan's Birmingham-based film gives a voice to West Indian immigrants who movingly describe their experiences of trying to integrate into a surprisingly unwelcoming ‘mother country’. Shot in 1964 the film provides an important snapshot of Britain in the early stages of momentous social change and first-generation Afro-Caribbean immigration.
Who directed The Colony?
The Colony was directed by Philip Donnellan.
Who stars in The Colony?
The principal cast of The Colony includes Not specified.
When was The Colony released and how long is it?
The Colony was released in 1964 with a total runtime of 57m.