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The Spirit of '45 (2013)

94 min · Documentary · History

In an age marked both by austerity and post-war optimism, the Labour Party (1945–1951) creates the welfare state, nationalises many business sectors and creates a fairer society for all. However, as Margaret Thatcher rises to power in 1979, virtually all of Clement Attlee's innovations are dismantled by successive governments.

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The Spirit of '45 (2013)

IMDb7.194 min

DocumentaryHistory

In an age marked both by austerity and post-war optimism, the Labour Party (1945–1951) creates the welfare state, nationalises many business sectors and creates a fairer society for all. However, as Margaret Thatcher rises to power in 1979, virtually all of Clement Attlee's innovations are dismantled by successive governments.

Director
Ken Loach
Writers
Ken Loach

Themes1940sbritish historybritish societyhistorical societyhuman relationship

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