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201290 minPGdocumentary

6.7/ 10(7 ratings)• TMDB

Britain in a Day

201290 minPGdocumentary

6.7/ 10(7 ratings)• TMDB

11,526 clips were submitted to YouTube for a crowdsourced film that captures daily life in Britain on November 12, 2011.

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Director

Morgan Matthews

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Synopsis

11,526 clips were submitted to YouTube for a crowdsourced film that captures daily life in Britain on November 12, 2011.

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Morgan Matthewsdirector

Jack Keanecast

Jonathan Berrycast

Lee John Blackmorecast

Marie Deenmamodecast

Synopsis

On November 12, 2011, individuals across Britain recorded their daily lives, contributing to a collective narrative captured in Britain in a Day. Directed by Morgan Matthews, the film compiles 314 clips from over 11,500 submissions to YouTube. Produced by Scott Free Films and the BBC, it premiered in cinemas and aired on BBC2 on June 11, 2012, as part of the Cultural Olympiad. The documentary presents a vivid portrait of contemporary British life, reflecting the experiences and emotions of ordinary people.

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Why Watch

See daily life in Britain on a single day.
Meet diverse voices from across the UK.
Find out what people filmed on 12 November 2011.

Did You Know

The film includes footage from 314 perspectives out of 11,526 submissions.
It premiered on 11 June 2012 as part of the Cultural Olympiad.
The film was produced by Scott Free Films and the BBC.

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Documentary enthusiastsCrowdsourced media fansCultural studies students

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the runtime of Britain in a Day?

Britain in a Day has a runtime of 90 minutes.

When was Britain in a Day premiered?

Britain in a Day premiered in cinemas and was broadcast on BBC2 on 11 June 2012.

How many clips were included in Britain in a Day?

The film includes shots from 314 different perspectives out of 11,526 submissions.

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