Eleven months of filming in 1992 capture the experiences of two fictional characters as they walk through London during a significant electoral period.
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Eleven months of filming in 1992 capture the experiences of two fictional characters as they walk through London during a significant electoral period.
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Synopsis
An unseen narrator returns to London after seven years, reflecting on the life of his friend Robinson, an underemployed lecturer. The film captures three walks through the city, including Vauxhall and Brixton Market, during a year marked by significant events like the re-election of John Major and the Baltic Exchange bombing. Narration incorporates quotes from writers such as Edgar Allan Poe and Charles Baudelaire, linking the characters' experiences to the city's history and socio-political climate in 1992.
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Why Watch
- See real-life events like the Baltic Exchange bombing.
- Meet the character Robinson, inspired by Daniel Defoe.
- Find out about London's psychogeography influence.
Did You Know
- The film was shot over 11 months in 1992.
- Paul Scofield returned as the narrator for the sequel, Robinson in Space, in 1997.
- The film was released on VHS in the UK on 23 January 1995.
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Who directed the film London?
London was directed by Patrick Keiller.
What year was the film London released?
The film London was released in 1994.
Who narrated the film London?
The film was narrated by Paul Scofield.
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