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A Pretty British Affair(1981)
Status: Released
Date: 1981-08-14
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Detailed interview with Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger looking back at their long career as influential British film-makers and their unusual partnership. Includes clips from many of their films.
Languages: English.
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Movie: A Pretty British Affair
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Michael Powell
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Emeric Pressburger
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Detailed interview with Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger looking back at their long career as influential British film-makers and their unusual partnership. Includes clips from many of their films.
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1981-08-14
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