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2014112 minPGdocumentary

6.9/ 10(5 ratings)• TMDB

Still the Enemy Within

2014112 minPGdocumentary

6.9/ 10(5 ratings)• TMDB

The 1984 Miner's Strike in Britain marked a pivotal moment in labor relations, highlighting the conflict between the National Union of Mineworkers and the Thatcher government.

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The 1984 Miner's Strike in Britain marked a pivotal moment in labor relations, highlighting the conflict between the National Union of Mineworkers and the Thatcher government.

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Owen Gowerdirector

Norman Strikecast

Paul Symondscast

Steve Hammillcast

Mike Jackson

Mike Jacksoncast

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A documentary about the 1984 Miner's Strike which changed Britain forever.

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