The Read | The Lonely Londoners (2022)

Based on The Lonely Londoners by Sam Selvon

A creative performance reading of The Lonely Londoners that juxtaposes modern imagery and fascinating archive footage to reflect on how Sam Selvon's novel shaped the London of today.

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Licence: ERA Licence required

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  • Type: Adaptation
  • Channel: BBC Four
  • Duration: 58'28''
  • Broadcast date: 2022
Usage

UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted

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