Title: | Circling the City | |
Director 1: | Shafeeq Vellani | |
Country: | UK | |
Year: | 1996 ? | |
length: | 25 mins | |
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Genre: | documentary | |
Screenwriter: | ||
Cinematographer: | Carol Stevens | |
Editor: | ||
Producer: | Jon Davey | |
Production company: | Picture This Independent Film & Video | |
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Location: | Not available | |
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Synopsis: | Filmed in an Asian-run taxi company in Bristol, this documentary portrays the lives and livelihoods of the owner and drivers. As they circle the city, the drivers tell us about their lives and their work with humour, passion and resilience. The film explores issues of integration into British society, the need for self-defence and strength of character. No viewing copy available. | |
Keyword 1: | Asian | |
Keyword 2: | cab drivers | |
Keyword 3: | society | |
Keyword 4: | cultural identity | |
Keyword 5: | racism |
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