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MOVIE • 1950

Family Portrait

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In preparation for the celebration of the 1951 Festival of Britain, this short film was released to assure British citizens of their nation's place in the world and of their own places within that nation. Illustrative scenes of farming, science, political, and social life are juxtaposed to present a familiar and reassuring image of Britain.

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Michael Goodliffe

Michael Goodliffe

Narrator (voice)

Humphrey Jennings

Humphrey Jennings

Director

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Ian Dalrymple

Producer

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Stewart McAllister

Editor

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John Greenwood

Music

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Martin Curtis

Director of Photography

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R.L.M. Davidson

Unit Manager

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Ken Cameron

Sound Recordist

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Muir Mathieson

Conductor

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Theatrical release date: December 1, 1950

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Film

Status

Released

Release

December 1, 1950

Runtime

25 min

Language

English

Origin

United Kingdom

Budget

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Revenue

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